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Millions of Americans have fallen victim to sexual assault. In fact, one person experiences sexual assault every 92 seconds, amounting to hundreds of sexual assaults every day. Although you can’t prevent yourself from encountering threatening situations altogether, you do have the opportunity to protect yourself in this frightening context. Following safety tips

Dwaine Miller, an Uber driver in the Fairfield area, has been arrested on suspicion of third-degree sexual assault. According to Fairfield Police, Miller allegedly made overt sexual advances and unwanted sexual contact with a juvenile female passenger during a ride from Stonewall lane in Fairfield. The victim’s father reported the incident to police. If

Uber, a ride sharing service that has gained notoriety since its launch in 2010, has recently been making headlines for less-than-stellar reasons. Over the last several years, cases of sexual assault, rape, and murder have caused many to question the policies of this industry-leading ride-sharing company. With a tagline that promises a

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Mugahid Belil, an Uber driver in the Grand Island area, has been arrested on suspicion of first-degree false imprisonment and first-degree attempted sexual assault. According to Grand Island Police Department, a 34-year-old woman requested an Uber ride during which Belil grabbed her hand and kissed it. He proceeded to try to kiss the passenger,

People are asking many questions about Uber in light of recent reports of assaults by the drivers working for the company. Multiple sexual assaults, and a case of murder, have current and future customers alike questioning the safety of Uber’s ride sharing service. Though they tout a “safe ride home” slogan, it

Over the last several years, abductors and sexual predators have gotten creative in how they bait their victims. Taking advantage of the new ride sharing craze, these criminals have started to pose as drivers for popular ride sharing companies, notably Uber. These individuals mainly target inebriated women leaving night clubs and bars.

Marshall Savage Banks, an Uber driver in the Evansville area, has been arrested in connection with an Evansville rape investigation. Banks has been charged a level 3 felony rape. According to the Evansville Police, Banks says he never touched the victim. The night of the incident, the victim was taken to the hospital. Evidence

Ride sharing services have gained popularity over recent years in replacing other public transport options in busy cities. Big name companies, like Uber, have dominated the ride sharing scene with their app-based systems that allow riders to effortlessly order transportation. Although companies like Uber have excelled in customer satisfaction, mistakes still happen.

Rayan Jarjes, a Lyft driver in the Maricopa area, has been arrested after allegedly sexually assaulting a passenger. Jarjes has been charged with kidnapping, sexual assault and sexual abuse. According to the Maricopa Police, detectives who interviewed Jarjes say he admitted to sexually assaulting the victim. This is an ongoing investigation, and there may