Man accused of posing as a rideshare driver and assaulting a woman is charged KANSAS CITY, Missouri (KCTV) — A Kansas City man is charged with a felony after investigators say he posed as a rideshare driver then sexually assaulted a woman. Joel Farris is charged with sodomy or attempted sodomy. His bond is set at $150,000. As restrictions are lifted at area bars and restaurants, police and rideshare companies recommend that customers match the license plate number, car make and model, and the driver’s photo before getting into a vehicle. They also suggest asking the driver to confirm your name.