A lot of people have grown to rely on companies like Uber either for their daily commute or as a designated driving service. Claims have recently surfaced about drivers committing fraud in attempt get more money from you.
You've got to wonder who would ever fall for a scam like this but maybe the person was willing to take a chance in the crazy event that they were actually texting back and forth with Bruce Springsteen.
In the time of a crisis there will always be people who will try to take advantage of people. Be aware of how people are trying to scam New York residents.