Uber driver charged after alleged sexual assault of passenger in Whitby: police
Posted December 26, 2023 2:01 pm.
Last Updated December 26, 2023 3:30 pm.
Durham Regional Police officers say they have charged a Whitby man with sexual assault after an incident involving a female passenger who was acquiring his services as an Uber driver.
According to a statement from police, officers responded to a sexual assault call in the area of Taunton Road and Garden Street on Sunday.
The statement said the female victim reported being sexually assaulted by a male driving for Uber as she was being taken back to her home.
Anees Ashraf, 32, from Whitby, was charged with two counts of sexual assault. He was released on a promise to appear in court.
Investigators said they believe the accused might be offering ride-share services under different apps. The statement said officers are in contact with the companies, but wanted to warn the public to ensure there are no further victims.
