Rideshare driver charged with sexual assault, more victims possible
Posted Jul 28, 2026 10:10:22 AM.
Last Updated Jul 28, 2026 10:14:11 AM.
The Ottawa Police Service announced Tuesday that they have arrested and charged an Ottawa rideshare driver with a count of sexual assault.
OPS says in their release that the Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Unit (SACA) was responsible for the investigation that commenced back on July 25, 2026.
The man charged is 36-year-old Mohamed Laarous, a rideshare driver for both Uber and Lyft. SACA believes there may be other victims from in and around the Ottawa area throughout Laarous’ tenure driving for both apps.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Ottawa Police Service Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Unit at 613-236-1222, extension 5944. Tips may also be sent electronically to SACA@ottawapolice.ca.
Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477(TIPS).
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