Uber Driver Points Gun at Deputies | Orlando News

A tense standoff turned deadly when an Uber driver, Larry Riles, spotted police and tried to flee—ramming a patrol car and pulling out a stolen handgun. After he racked a round and pointed it at deputies, they fired in self-defense. Despite immediate medical aid, Riles died at the scene. Sheriff Grady Judd confirmed Riles had a history of violent offenses and stressed that deputies acted only after facing a direct, lethal threat. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f937ad4d964ab5ea