Authorities in Boston are working to crack down on three major food delivery companies over an increase in reckless scooter, moped, and motorcycle operations by delivery drivers. According to Boston 25 News, Boston’s Police Commissioner Michael Cox and the Mayor’s Chief of Streets Jascha Franklin-Hodge sent a letter to GrubHub, Uber Technologies, and DoorDash and gave each food delivery company until Friday to respond to a list of questions.
The fliers reportedly remind any drivers who are operating scooters, mopeds, or motorcycles that they must have a driver’s license or learner’s permit, register their motorized bikes, and wear a helmet. 'We have seen a significant increase in reckless driving by operators of mopeds and scooters. We must implement a zero tolerance policy and arrest these reckless drivers that are causing public safety concerns throughout Boston’s neighborhoods.
Flynn continued saying that residents continue to express concerns that 'they feel like it’s currently anything goes and the Wild West on the streets of Boston.' The letter also asks the three food delivery companies to provide details about how each plans to ensure safe delivery driving operations. DoorDash issued a statement to Fox News Digital acknowledging the situation, stating that any driver who doesn't abide by the rules of the road will face consequences.