An investigation by CBS News California found that rideshare and food delivery accounts for services such as Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash can be illegally rented or purchased online, often without any identification. This alarming trend has raised significant safety concerns, particularly regarding the authenticity of drivers delivering food or transporting passengers. Reports indicate that individuals using these accounts often do not match the profile photos provided in the apps, leading to potential risks for consumers. Lawmakers, including Rep. Debbie Dingell from Michigan, are pushing for stronger safety measures to ensure that background checks are effectively verifying the identities of drivers. The investigation highlighted a specific incident involving a DoorDash driver who attempted to force entry into a customer's home, further emphasizing the dangers of account fraud. Both DoorDash and Uber have stated that account sharing is against their policies and are taking actions to remove fraudulent accounts. Despite these measures, experts believe that the scale of the issue makes it challenging to fully prevent account fraud. California's Public Utilities Commission has received complaints regarding identity theft related to these services, prompting calls for more robust verification processes.