Scam Victim Allegedly Shoots Uber Driver In Dash Camera Reveal
April 16, 2024
Leaked video footage from the Uber’s dash camera reveals that William Brock pointed a gun at the driver before she died.
A scam victim faces murder charges after allegedly shooting an innocent Uber driver. Leaked video footage reveals that William Brock pointed a gun at the woman before she died.
According to the New York Post, the 81-year-old Brock fell victim to a telephone scam on March 25. When 61-year-old Loletha Hall came to pick up a package from the West Virginia residence, things escalated as he approached her with a gun pointed her way. The woman, who was standing outside, attempted to get back in her car before any violence ensued.
Her car’s dash camera showed the moments leading up to her death. The scammer also tricked Hall, and both were contacted by Brock’s incarcerated relative, who threatened him for money.
However, Brock questioned her about who had instructed Hall to come to his home. The camera audio also revealed that he ordered her to give him the phone.
Clark County Sheriff’s Office shared in a statement to WHIO that Brock allegedly shot the Black woman three times before dialing 911. On the call, he stated that he shot someone trying to rob him. However, the police explained a different story.
“Hall, suffering from medical conditions and unarmed, made no threats or assaults toward Mr. Brock, and made no demands, other than to ask about the package she was sent to retrieve through the Uber App,” detailed a spokesperson for the sheriff’s office.
They added, “Due to there being no active threat presented by Ms. Hall at any time during the encounter, and Mr. Brock’s failure to contact authorities for assistance while brandishing a firearm, during which he fired at and struck Ms. Hall multiple times, he was arrested and charged with murder.”
Hall died at the hospital during surgery, while Brock suffered from head wounds from the clash. In the meantime, Uber banned the scam account that ordered the trip as the investigation continued.
In light of the news, they released a statement on the “horrific tragedy.”
“There is no other way to describe this incident than a horrific tragedy,” shared an Uber representative. “Our hearts continue to be with Loletha’s loved ones as they grieve her sudden loss. We have been in contact with law enforcement and remain committed to supporting their investigation,”
Brock remains out on bond after pleading not guilty to the charges.
