City weighs Uber ordinance amid ride sharing controversy
City council reviews proposed rules for ride sharing as Uber defends its safety system. Officials debate impacts on licensing, passenger safety requirements, and local enforcement while Uber cites its driver background checks and in app safety features.
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Odessa weighs Uber regulation with safety and fair competition
Odessa City Council considers an ordinance charging a fee to Uber and similar services while allowing self checks. City officials cite safety concerns, calling for uniform standards with taxi firms and noting Uber currently operates with limited local oversight.
Woman arrested after alleging prostitution at Odessa massage parlor
Odessa police say 48 year old Yuhong Kenny was arrested on a single misdemeanor count after a plain clothes detective was solicited at Asian Spa Massage on East University Boulevard. A separate raid on Accu Therapy Massage on West County Road followed reports of possible prostitution. Police say they are monitoring area massage parlors.
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Felony Arrests: Odessa Police Record April 13 Incident List
Odessa police reported multiple felonies on April 13 detailing Rozanna Bernal endangering a child and public intoxication after officers found a crying baby and marijuana in a vehicle at Optimus Park. Wilfredo Zertuche and Munoz faced drug charges. Patino charged with DWI third or more. another man Dominguez faced aggravated assault with a deadly weapon. An 18-year-old Ramirez faced tampering with evidence and marijuana possession after a McDonald’s cup marijuana discovery.
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Arrest in 2011 rape case linked by DNA match
Police say DNA linked Jose P. Canales to a 2011 rape reported by a 16-year-old at Medical Center Hospital. Canales, 29, faces sexual assault in the second degree as authorities pursue bond details. The 16-year-old told investigators two men, including a then 17-year-old, assaulted her in the 300 block of East 48th Street after visiting a home where others were drinking.
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