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Veteran Dies After Alleged DoorDash Driver Attack
27 May
Summary
- 75-year-old veteran died months after a brutal alleged assault.
- An alleged DoorDash driver punched him over a speeding complaint.
- The veteran sustained a brain bleed and underwent multiple surgeries.
A 75-year-old Army veteran, Lloyd Poole, has passed away months after suffering a severe injury from an alleged assault by a DoorDash driver. Poole had been hospitalized since December following the incident in Wixom, Michigan, where he reportedly confronted the driver about speeding.
The alleged assailant, 40-year-old Ryan Turner, is accused of punching Poole, causing a brain bleed and requiring part of his skull to be removed. Poole underwent seven brain surgeries during his extended hospital stay.
Poole's family described him as a devoted veteran passionate about honoring fallen service members. They expressed profound grief over his death, calling it a senseless loss. Court records indicate Turner has a prior alleged road-rage incident from 2022.
Turner currently faces an aggravated assault charge, with the Oakland County Prosecutor's Office reviewing the case for potential upgraded charges following Poole's death. A pretrial hearing for Turner is scheduled for June 17. DoorDash has stated they are cooperating with law enforcement and have offered support to the family.
