Rideshare driver accused of sending explicit images to underage passenger, authorities say

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas (KTRK) -- Montgomery County law enforcement is urging parents to use caution when allowing minors to use rideshare programs after a driver was arrested for sending explicit images to a minor, according to court documents.

On Wednesday, the Montgomery County Precinct 1 Constable's Office shared the arrest of Josiah Carroll, who is charged with online solicitation of a minor.

Authorities said that in April 2026, they received a complaint alleging that Carroll, a rideshare driver, had sent sexually explicit images to an underage minor.

An investigation revealed that Carroll had exchanged personal contact information with the minor during the ride, which was then used to send the explicit material, according to Pct. 1.

Based on the evidence, authorities were able to obtain an arrest warrant for Carroll. He was taken into custody and charged with a second-degree felony.

As the investigation went on, authorities said they identified a possible second victim, and now are urging anyone who may have had contact with Carroll through a rideshare service, social media, or any other form to come forward.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Montgomery County District Attorney's ICAC Division at 936-539-7800.