Cleveland Police are investigating after a rideshare driver was shot and killed Sunday night.
Around 9:50 p.m., officers responded to the 10200 block of Rosehill Avenue and located a vehicle that had crashed into a guardrail in front of a home, police said.
Cleveland EMS and Fire personnel provided aid to the 56-year-old driver, who had sustained a gunshot wound, police said.
The victim was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead, police said.
Cleveland Police said they are working with Lyft on the investigation, the company where the victim worked as a driver.
Lyft sent the following statement regarding the shooting:
“We are deeply saddened by the loss of the driver in this tragic incident, and our hearts go out to their loved ones. Our team is working to reach the driver’s family to offer support during this difficult time. Lyft has permanently banned the rider, and is cooperating with law enforcement to assist in every way we can.”
No arrests have been made at this time.
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