A shocking video circulating on social media shows an Uber driver being violently attacked by an elderly woman, believed to be suffering from dementia.
The footage — shared by @stlvshiphop on Instagram — captures the moment the woman lunges from the back seat, placing the driver in a chokehold as he desperately shouts: “I can’t breathe, I’m just your Uber driver.”
Despite the distressing situation, the driver is heard repeatedly telling bystanders he didn’t want to hurt her, saying he was only trying to escape without causing harm. As the clip continues, he manages to break free from the initial chokehold, only for the woman to jump onto his back and attempt to bite him.
Witnesses can be seen rushing over to pull the attacker away and help the driver to safety. No further information about the individuals involved or their condition has been released.
The video has sparked widespread discussion online, with viewers commending the driver for showing restraint during the assault and highlighting the unpredictable challenges faced by rideshare drivers — particularly when transporting vulnerable passengers.
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Watch the Instagram reel here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQYgZeKjWKr
DM News Commentary
While the full circumstances remain unclear, this viral clip underscores how drivers are often placed in unpredictable or dangerous situations, even when simply doing their job. It also raises questions around passenger safeguarding and whether better systems are needed to protect both vulnerable passengers and professional drivers in such cases.
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