DoorDash Driver Charged with Felony After Alleged Food Tampering Incident

Breaking News: DoorDash Driver Faces Felony Charges After Alleged Food Tampering Incident A DoorDash driver, identified as Kourtney Stevenson of Kentucky, is facing felony charges in Evansville, Indiana, following an alleged incident where she sprayed a substance onto customers' food, causing them to vomit. According to the Vanderburgh County Sheriff's Office, the incident occurred on December 7 when a man and his wife ordered fast food through DoorDash. After consuming the food, they experienced a burning sensation in their mouths, noses, throats, and stomachs, prompting them to review footage from their doorbell camera. The footage, obtained by detectives, appears to show Stevenson spraying a substance towards the food from a small aerosol can attached to her keychain after dropping off the delivery and taking a photo. DoorDash records helped identify Stevenson, who claimed to have used pepper spray to kill a spider. However, the sheriff's department disputed this explanation, citing the low temperature in Indiana, which makes it unlikely for outdoor spiders to be present. The incident has sparked immediate concern among DoorDash customers and drivers alike, with many taking to social media to express their shock and outrage. DoorDash has since released a statement, assuring customers that they are taking the incident seriously and cooperating fully with the investigation. Background context reveals that this is not the first incident of its kind involving a food delivery service. In recent years, there have been several reports of food tampering and sabotage, highlighting the need for increased security measures and driver screening. As the investigation unfolds, it remains to be seen what consequences Stevenson will face. The Vanderburgh County Sheriff's Office has confirmed that she is facing felony charges, but the exact nature and severity of these charges have not been disclosed. DoorDash has also announced that it will be conducting a thorough review of its driver screening and safety protocols to prevent similar incidents in the future.