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Lawsuit against Amazon over California assault
Overview
A civil lawsuit has been filed in Sacramento County, California, following an incident at an Elk Grove gas station involving an Amazon delivery driver and a 71-year-old man. The dispute reportedly began over a parking space, leading the driver, identified as Terrence Wheeler, to follow the victim into a convenience store. Surveillance footage shows Wheeler striking the man from behind, resulting in a concussion and neck injuries for the victim.
Wheeler has been arrested and faces multiple charges, including felony elder abuse, felony criminal threats, and misdemeanor battery. In the legal action, attorneys for the victim are seeking $10 million in damages from both Wheeler and Amazon. Amazon has stated that Wheeler was working for an independent contractor rather than being a direct employee, but noted he is no longer eligible to deliver packages for the company following an investigation.
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Timeline
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18 days ago
[CRIME] 4 sourcesAmazon sued after delivery driver strikes elderly man in CaliforniaA 71-year-old man is suing Amazon after an Amazon delivery driver, Terrence Wheeler, struck him during a parking dispute at a California gas station.
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21 days ago
[CRIME] 2 sourcesAmazon delivery driver accused of assaulting elderly man in CaliforniaAn Amazon delivery driver faces felony battery and elder abuse charges following an alleged assault on a 71-year-old man at a California gas station.
Sources
abc7.com · cbsnews.com · dailydot.com · freerepublic.com · laopinion.com · thelocalreport.in