## Didi and Uber Drivers in Tijuana Avoid Night Shifts and High-Risk Areas
In Tijuana, drivers for ride-sharing platforms such as Didi and Uber are increasingly avoiding night shifts and high-risk areas due to rising concerns about safety. This sentiment is echoed by many drivers who have faced robbery and assault incidents.
Laura Páez, an Uber driver with seven years of experience, shares that working in the city has become more challenging due to the prevailing insecurity. “I don’t go to risky neighborhoods, I don’t work at night; I only work from five in the morning until four in the afternoon,” says Laura. This cautious approach is shared among many drivers who have formed groups to look out for each other and enhance their safety.
Francisco Javier Gutierrez, a driver who has been with digital platforms for over three years, acknowledges that despite the safety features provided by the companies, additional precautions are necessary. An experienced Tijuana native, Francisco is familiar with the city’s most dangerous areas and appreciates the app alerts that notify drivers about high-risk zones. “Fortunately, I haven’t encountered any problems or robbery attempts, but I’ve heard of several cases involving my colleagues,” he notes. Francisco admits that sometimes financial necessities force drivers to work at night.
Both Laura and Francisco agree that more security measures are needed not just for the ride-sharing drivers but for all residents of Tijuana to ensure overall safety in the city.
## Additional News: Safety Concerns Among Tijuana Drivers
In related news, there has been growing concern for the safety of ride-sharing drivers in Tijuana after the disappearance of a fellow driver, Adara Paulina. The incident has prompted other drivers to demand better security measures. The tragic disappearance and subsequent discovery of Adara Paulina’s body have intensified calls for justice and more robust protection for drivers.
Further highlighting the safety issue, a recent coordinated search by missing persons groups and digital platform drivers led to the recovery of a Didi driver alive but injured. The driver was found hospitalized with head trauma, underscoring the risks faced by drivers in Tijuana.
These incidents underscore the urgent need for improved security in Tijuana, not only for ride-sharing service providers but for all residents, emphasizing a citywide call for better protection and justice.