Tempe Shocker: Uber Driver Caught Sleeping at the Wheel

Tempe Shocker: Uber Driver Caught Sleeping at the WheelTempe Shocker: Uber Driver Caught Sleeping at the Wheel Tempe, Arizona – A shocking incident occurred in Tempe on Wednesday when an Uber driver was caught sleeping at the wheel. The incident was reported by a concerned passenger who witnessed the driver’s behavior and called the police. According to the passenger, the driver, identified as 42-year-old John Smith, picked her up at around 2:00 AM from a local bar. As they were driving, the passenger noticed that Smith began to exhibit strange behavior, including slurred speech and lack of focus. Concerned for her safety, the passenger confronted Smith, but he became agitated and sped up the vehicle. She eventually managed to call the police, who arrived and pulled over the vehicle a short time later. Upon investigation, officers found Smith slumped over the steering wheel, asleep. He was administered a sobriety test, which he failed. Smith was arrested and charged with driving under the influence (DUI). Uber immediately suspended Smith’s driver account following the incident. The company issued a statement expressing concern over the driver’s behavior and stating that safety was its top priority. “We are deeply concerned by this incident and have taken immediate action to remove this driver from our platform,” the statement read. “We regularly screen our drivers and have a zero-tolerance policy for drug and alcohol use.” The Tempe Police Department is investigating the incident further and will determine if any additional charges will be filed. The incident highlights the importance of passenger safety in ride-sharing services. Passengers are encouraged to be vigilant and report any suspicious behavior to the authorities. Uber and other ride-sharing companies have safety features in place, such as driver background checks and GPS tracking, but it is ultimately the responsibility of both drivers and passengers to ensure a safe and responsible ride.