An Uber driver has a notable story after an incident earlier this month. The driver is from the Houston area. Details of the incident are limited, but it is known that Houston police officers were involved. They commandeer an Uber vehicle during a pursuit of a suspect. Further information about the incident can be found through other sources, as details are not fully available here.
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