"Fatal Shooting: Uber Driver Killed in Scam-Related Incident"

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Bodycam footage reveals the moment 81-year-old William Brock greeted police after allegedly shooting and killing innocent Uber driver Loletha Hall, whom he mistook for an accomplice in a scam targeting him. Brock appeared dazed and confused as he explained to deputies that he had been the victim of a scam demanding money to free a nephew in jail, fearing harm to his family if he didn't comply. Despite his explanation, Brock was charged with murder, felonious assault, and kidnapping, and pleaded not guilty in court. The scammer's call was traced to Canada, but it's believed he was using a burner phone.
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