Edmonton Uber driver charged with sexual assault

A 32-year-old man has been charged with sexual assault after an incident in an Uber in June 2024.

Edmonton police say they have charged an Uber driver with sexual assault after an incident last year.

Shortly before 2 a.m. on June 30, 2024, a woman was picked up by a dark grey 2023 Nissan Rogue through Uber in the area of 109 Street and 101 Avenue.

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During the trip, the male driver stopped his vehicle and sexually assaulted the woman, said a news release from police.

Gurvinder Pannu, 32 was arrested and charged with sexual assault on Aug. 30, 2025. He was released and given conditions that include not working for any rideshare or taxi services, not to have direct or indirect contact with the victim and to not possess weapons.

“Following a thorough investigation, we were able to successfully arrest and charge this suspect,” said Cst. Mughees Jutt in a statement. “We unfortunately believe that there are others who have been impacted by this individual and we would like them to come forward so we can investigate and provide them with appropriate supports.”

Anyone who believes they may have been victimized by Pannu, is asked to contact Edmonton police at 780-423-4567. Anonymous information can be submitted through Crime Stoppers.