Two distinct rideshare drivers, one in Brisbane and another in Melbourne, have been charged with sexual offenses in separate investigations. The Brisbane case involves a 29-year-old man facing multiple charges, including rape, coercive control, and stalking, related to alleged incidents involving three women over a five-year period. In Melbourne, a 44-year-old man has been charged with rape and sexual assault following an alleged incident in January.
Brisbane Man Charged with Multiple Offenses
A 29-year-old rideshare driver from Ferny Hills, Brisbane, has been charged with one count of rape, one count of coercive control, one count of threatening violence, and three counts of stalking. These charges relate to alleged incidents involving three women across Brisbane that reportedly occurred over a five-year period.
Allegations of Incidents
Police have detailed the alleged incidents:
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First Incident (June 2025 - August 2025): The man allegedly connected with a 27-year-old rideshare passenger on social media after driving her home. During a subsequent relationship, he reportedly accessed her phone repeatedly and threatened assault. The woman allegedly attempted to end the relationship multiple times. On July 20, he allegedly attended her residence unannounced and sexually assaulted her. After the relationship ended, he allegedly appeared at her house again on August 17 and made threats before leaving.
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Second Incident (November 2024): The man allegedly exchanged social media details with a 21-year-old rideshare passenger. Over the following seven days, he reportedly sent multiple messages and threatened to visit her workplace. The woman reportedly blocked him and reported the matter to police.
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Third Incident (November 2020 - May 2021): In November 2020, two months into a relationship, the man allegedly assaulted a 20-year-old woman and accessed her phone. He allegedly made multiple daily phone calls and appeared at her house if calls were not answered. The woman reportedly ended the relationship in early 2021 and reported the matter in May 2021.
Investigation and Court Appearance
Police executed a search warrant at a Ferny Hills address on November 17, 2025, where mobile phones and a laptop were seized. Investigators indicate that the same individual is allegedly involved in all reported incidents. The man is scheduled to appear in the Brisbane Magistrates Court on April 17. Authorities have requested that anyone who believes they have been a victim of a similar offense contact the police.
Melbourne Rideshare Driver Faces Rape and Sexual Assault Charges
In a separate development, a 44-year-old rideshare driver from Thornbury, Melbourne, has been charged with one count of rape and two counts of sexual assault. These charges stem from an alleged incident reported in January.
Incident Details
Police reports indicate that a woman reportedly entered a rideshare vehicle on Peel Street, Collingwood, around 5 AM on January 25. It is alleged that the driver sexually assaulted her before dropping her off at an address in South Yarra. The woman subsequently reported the matter to police.
Legal Proceedings
The accused was arrested and remanded to appear in court on the day of his arrest.