ALERT: The dark side of Lakewood's car services - What every parent needs to know

Community leaders have verified disturbing reports about local car services, raising serious safety concerns. Multiple sources confirm inappropriate conduct by certain male drivers, while the area faces a critical shortage of female drivers to meet community needs.

Even more alarming, there have been confirmed cases of drivers offering illegal substances to yeshiva students. The situation is further complicated by Uber's increasing reluctance to service Lakewood due to heavy traffic, limiting safe transportation alternatives.

SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS:

1. Do not allow daughters to travel alone with male drivers

2. Exercise caution when your sons use car services

3. Whenever possible, arrange for female drivers

4. Consider group travel arrangements

PROPOSED SOLUTIONS:

- Installation of monitored interior cameras in all service vehicles

- Increased recruitment of female drivers

- Enhanced background checks and monitoring systems

- Community-wide reporting system for incidents

This information has been gathered from multiple sources within the community. Parents and schools are urged to take immediate precautions while more comprehensive safety measures are developed.

Please share this information responsibly within the community. Report any concerning incidents to appropriate authorities.

NOTE: This does not apply to Lakeway drivers.