A Greene County judge has found a man. Tyson Fairley, guilty of rape after he posed as a driver for both Uber and Lyft ride-sharing services. He faced charges of rape and sodomy dating back to 2018. Investigators say Fairley approached women by identifying himself as an Uber or Lyft driver. One woman claimed he took her home. Then came into her apartment and assaulted her. A second victim told police Fairley attacked her in the backseat of his vehicle.
During the trial, evidence was presented indicating that the man targeted his victims by using fake ride-sharing apps and displaying false logos on his vehicle. Investigators say Fairley approached women by identifying himself as an Uber or Lyft driver. One woman claimed he took her home. Then came into her apartment and assaulted her. A second victim told police Fairley attacked her in the backseat of his vehicle. Once the passengers entered his car, believing it was a legitimate Uber or Lyft ride, the man drove them to secluded locations where he sexually assaulted them.
The judge’s decision to find the man guilty of rape sends a strong message about the severity of the crime and the need for ride-sharing passengers to be vigilant when using these services. The case also highlights the importance of verifying the driver’s identity and vehicle information provided by the app before getting into a car.
In light of this case, both Uber and Lyft have reiterated their commitment to user safety and urged customers to take advantage of in-app safety features. Passengers are encouraged to share their trip details and location with trusted contacts, travel in groups whenever possible, and remain in well-lit, populated areas when waiting for a ride.
Authorities continue to stress the importance of reporting any suspicious activity or incidents involving ride-sharing services. They hope that the outcome of this case will serve as a deterrent for potential offenders and remind passengers to always prioritize their safety while using these platforms.
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