The suspect in serial sexual assaults committed against ride-share drivers has been arrested for the second time, but authorities believe there may be more victims.
Desert Hot Springs Police report that a driver working with a ride-share application service reported that they were assaulted by a customer at the conclusion of a ride. The driver was treated for minor injuries, while the suspect fled.
Police officers identified Luis Lora, 20, of Desert Hot Springs as a suspect. He was arrested on August 28 on suspicion of attempted rape, sexual battery and false imprisonment. Lora was later released on bail.
On September 27, Desert Hot Springs Police responded to a report from another ride-sharing service driver regarding a sexual assault committed by a rider. Desert Hot Springs Detectives identified Lora as the suspect in the attack, and he was arrested again for investigation into sexual battery, false imprisonment, and committing a felony while on bail.
Based on their investigation, detectives believe there are additional ride-share service drivers who may have been assaulted by Luis Lora, and the Desert Hot Springs Police Department are asking them to come forward.
You can call Detective Celia Romero at 760.329.2904 extension 394.
