An unfortunate incident unfolded in Phoenix, Arizona, where a 74-year-old ride-hailing driver lost his life after being run over multiple times by his own car. The suspect, a 31-year-old female passenger named Jordan Spalding, has been charged with second-degree murder and is being held on a $1 million bond.
The incident occurred on Tuesday evening when law enforcement responded to a pedestrian crash involving the driver, identified as Samuel Webster. Webster sustained severe injuries and was later pronounced dead at a nearby hospital.
According to reports, witnesses and video surveillance footage revealed that an argument ensued between Webster and Spalding, leading both individuals to exit the vehicle. Shockingly, Spalding allegedly re-entered the car and deliberately struck Webster multiple times.
Spalding claimed that Webster had attempted to assault her, but authorities found no evidence supporting her allegations at the scene. Additionally, Spalding admitted to consuming fentanyl earlier in the day, raising concerns about her state of mind during the tragic incident.
Authorities have not disclosed the specific ride-hailing company that employed Webster, leaving many questions unanswered about the circumstances surrounding the altercation between the driver and the passenger.
This heartbreaking event serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers faced by ride-hailing drivers and the importance of ensuring passenger and driver safety in such transportation services.
