J.W. : Lyft driver sues after alleged kidnapping and assault

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A mother of four working as a Lyft driver in Houston, Texas, was sexually assaulted and held at gunpoint by a suspect linked to a robbery ring targeting rideshare drivers. Represented by Blizzard Greenberg, she is suing Lyft for failing to protect her. The victim, identified as J.W., recounted the terrifying experience of being threatened with a gun and sexually assaulted during a ride. The suspect, Kenneth Kelley, and five others have been indicted on multiple charges. The victim believes Lyft did not have proper safety measures in place. The incident has left her traumatized, highlighting the dangers faced by rideshare drivers.

Lyft Driver Sues Company After Terrifying Incident in Houston

Imagine going about your day, trying to make ends meet by working a side job as a Lyft driver, only to be sexually assaulted and held at gunpoint by a passenger. This nightmare became a reality for a wife and mother of four in Houston, Texas, who is now taking legal action against Lyft for failing to protect her.

The Terrifying Ordeal

The victim, identified as J.W., shared her harrowing experience of being held at gunpoint and sexually assaulted by a passenger, 19-year-old Kenneth Kelley. As she drove him to his destination, Kelley pulled out a gun, threatened her, and forced her to continue driving while making lewd and threatening remarks.

According to the lawsuit, Kelley was part of a robbery ring that targeted rideshare drivers in the Houston area, with a total of 19 robberies linked to him and five other young men. These crimes involved drivers being held at gunpoint, forced to withdraw money, and in some cases, sexually assaulted.

Legal Action Against Lyft

Attorneys at Blizzard Greenberg are representing J.W. in her lawsuit against Lyft and Kelley. The victim alleges that Lyft did not have proper safety measures in place to protect drivers like her. She claims that Kelley’s first victim had reported the crimes to Lyft, but the company failed to inform the police promptly, allowing Kelley to continue using the Lyft app.

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Furthermore, the lawsuit states that Kelley used a fake name in his Lyft account, and the company did not provide J.W. with any identity photo of the rider, putting her at risk. The victim believes that Lyft’s negligence has had a devastating impact on her life.

Justice Served

Kelley has been indicted on multiple state criminal charges, including aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, aggravated kidnapping, and sexual assault. He has been taken into custody by U.S. Marshals, facing the consequences of his heinous actions.

As the legal proceedings unfold, J.W. is seeking justice and accountability from Lyft for the traumatic experience she endured while simply trying to earn a living. The incident has left her shaken and fearful, highlighting the importance of safety measures for rideshare drivers.

ABC13 has reached out to Lyft for a comment on the lawsuit and allegations, as the case continues to unfold. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.