Ride-hailing platform Bolt today confirmed that a driver, who allegedly dropped off a passenger on a highway resulting in the passenger’s death, was operating via its platform.
The company in a statement said it has suspended the driver’s access to the service and that further action would be determined pending the results of a judicial investigation.
The driver, surnamed Lin (林), reportedly forced a passenger out of the vehicle on Provincial Highway 64 on Sunday, after which the passenger was struck and killed by passing vehicles.
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The platform said it was “deeply saddened and regretful” over the incident that claimed the life of a young person.
“At this extremely difficult time, we extend our deepest condolences and sincere sympathies to the bereaved family and friends,” the company said.
The platform said it has been in contact with its partner taxi fleets and relevant authorities since the incident came to light.
It said it is cooperating fully with investigators to provide necessary information in its possession, including trip records, as the case has entered the judicial investigation phase.
All relevant evidence was secured by police at the scene, it said, adding that it does not possess in-vehicle dashcam footage.
Such video evidence would be handled by authorities in accordance with the law, it said.
Out of respect for the investigative procedures and all parties involved, it is unable to further comment on details of the incident that have yet to be clarified, it said.
Road safety is the highest priority, the company said, adding that internal reviews and follow-up actions would be conducted based on the investigation results.
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