The union is expected to announce a $2,000 reward for any information leading to arrests.
Eyewitness NewsThe New York Federation of Taxi Drivers is speaking out about recent robberies targeting rideshare drivers .The New York Federation of Taxi Drivers is speaking out about recent robberies targeting rideshare drivers .Police say nearly two dozen incidents occurred in Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island between late November and early this month.Authorities say the suspects take phones from drivers while being dropped off and steal money through digital payment apps.
The new crime wave comes as drivers no longer carry cash, with 80% of RideShare drivers now paid by wire transfer, their earnings are stored in their cell phones. "Your phone is now your cash, these predators know that by stealing a driver's phone, they're not just taking a device-they're emptying bank accounts, draining digital wallets, and shutting down that driver's ability to work. This must stop. Drivers must stay vigilant, keep phones secured, avoid handling devices during trips, and report suspicious passengers immediately," said Fernando Mateo, NYSFTD spokesperson.
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