Uber CEO to Testify in Lawsuit Over Alleged Sex Trafficking of Minor
Uber's CEO must testify in a lawsuit claiming the company is liable for the alleged sex trafficking of a 14-year-old girl, as ruled by a Gwinnett County judge. The judge noted that lower-level staff appeared unaware of such serious allegations. The lawsuit alleges that an Uber driver transported the girl alone to a location where she was drugged and raped over several days in November 2024. This complaint was filed by a Butts County mother and her daughter in March 2025. Uber has sought to protect its CEO, Dara Khosrowshahi, from being deposed, asserting that he lacks unique personal knowledge relevant to the case. The company denies any liability in the matter. The allegations have raised significant concerns regarding the safety protocols and awareness of Uber's staff regarding such incidents. In response to the lawsuit, Uber has emphasized its commitment to safety and the investigation of the claims made against its drivers. The ongoing legal proceedings are likely to bring further scrutiny to the company's practices and policies regarding driver conduct and passenger safety.
