Just hours ago, tragic news emerged about Habiba El Shamaa, a girl found abandoned on El Suez Road after jumping out of a moving car. Following an investigation involving eye witnesses and her family, it was revealed that the driver had intended to kidnap and harass her, prompting her desperate escape. This harrowing incident left her in critical condition with a severe head injury that resulted in an internal bleeding and complete loss of consciousness.
Statements released by the Ministry of Interior disclosed that the driver had a criminal record, igniting outrage among driving app users and others. This revelation has raised concerns about the failure of these companies to properly screen their drivers.
Relying solely on the submission of documents via a mobile application for employee verification, without conducting a thorough investigation, poses a significant safety risk. The practice of requesting verification documents seems to be prioritizing protecting the company’s reputation and compliance with regulations over ensuring customer safety during rides.
Unfortunately, it’s not the first time we hear of such an incident. And improving safety measures within driving applications is crucial to prevent future occurrences.
However, the question lingers: why delay prioritizing comprehensive criminal background checks for drivers? And why wait for a tragic accident to happen in order to start taking these matters seriously?
