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.
An 81-year-old Ohio man, William Brock, has been charged with murder after fatally shooting 61-year-old Uber driver Loletha Hall, who arrived at his home as part of a phone scam. Brock fell victim to a phone scam where scammers claimed his relative was in jail and needed bail money. When Hall arrived to pick up a package, Brock confronted her with a pistol, took her phone, and refused to let her leave. After a scuffle, Brock allegedly shot Hall multiple times, leading to her death. The entire incident was captured on Hall's dashcam, and Brock has been indicted on multiple charges. Uber has banned the account that requested the driver pick up the package, and the sheriff's office is still searching for the individual who placed the initial scam call.
An 81-year-old Ohio man has been indicted on murder, kidnapping, and felonious assault charges after fatally shooting an Uber driver, Loletha Hall, whom he mistakenly believed was involved in scam phone calls targeting them both. William Brock received threatening calls demanding money, and when Hall arrived at his home to retrieve a package as instructed by the caller, Brock shot her multiple times. The original scam calls to both Brock and Hall are still under investigation.
An Ohio couple visiting Jacksonville for a Monday Night Football game unknowingly got an Uber ride from Amit Patel, the former financial planning manager for the Jacksonville Jaguars accused of stealing over $22 million from the team. Patel, who was an Uber driver at the time, allegedly used the stolen money to fund his gambling addiction. The couple found out about Patel's identity after seeing his picture in the news and confirmed it was him through their Uber receipt. Patel is facing charges of wire fraud and illegal monetary transactions.
A Kentucky woman has been charged with murder after allegedly shooting her Uber driver, Daniel Piedra Garcia, on U.S. Route 54 in El Paso, Texas, on June 16. Phoebe Copas, 48, reportedly believed she was being kidnapped and taken to Mexico, but the investigation does not support that a kidnapping took place. Piedra was hospitalized for several days before his family took him off life support. Copas is being held on a $1.5 million bond and faces murder charges.
An Uber driver and his three passengers died in a fatal crash on the Schuylkill Expressway in Philadelphia. The driver of the other car involved in the accident, Victor Spizzirri, was arrested for DUI and homicide by vehicle while driving under the influence.
Marine veteran and Uber driver Aaron Orozco was fatally shot and killed in a 7-Eleven parking lot in Lynwood, California, after picking up two passengers. One of the suspects reportedly fled the scene with Aaron's car, which was later found nearby, and another left the scene on foot. Aaron leaves behind his wife, a 9-year-old son, and a 3-year-old daughter. A GoFundMe has been set up in his honor to aid his family as they navigate the loss. Uber is working closely with detectives on the case and will continue to cooperate with the investigation.
Marine veteran and Uber driver Aaron Orozco was fatally shot and killed in California while driving for Uber. Orozco had picked up two passengers and stopped at a 7-Eleven before getting into a physical altercation with them. One of the suspects shot Orozco in the upper torso, and they fled in his vehicle. Orozco had completed three tours in Iraq and Afghanistan and had been working for Uber for four years. A GoFundMe page has been set up for his family, and Uber has banned the rider's account and is cooperating with the investigation.
Marine veteran and Uber driver Aaron Orozco was fatally shot and killed in California while driving for Uber. Orozco had picked up two passengers and stopped at a 7-Eleven before getting into a physical altercation with them. One of the suspects shot Orozco in the upper torso, and they fled in his vehicle, which was later found by authorities. Orozco had completed three tours in Iraq and Afghanistan and had been working for Uber for four years. A GoFundMe page has been set up for his family, and Uber has banned the rider's account and is cooperating with the investigation.
An immigrant Uber driver from Bulgaria was killed in a fatal crash in Brooklyn when an unlicensed driver ran a red light and collided with his SUV, causing a chain-reaction crash that also killed a pedestrian. The driver has been charged with manslaughter and aggravated unlicensed operation. The victim's stepson, who was devastated by the loss, hopes the driver is prosecuted and justice is served. The victim's wife, who was in the SUV with him, remains hospitalized in stable condition.
