Overview
- Hapeville Police issued an arrest warrant for Mericole Smith on misdemeanor battery and simple battery charges after reviewing video that showed her as the aggressor.
- Uber has removed both Turner and Smith from its platform and is conducting an internal investigation into the incident.
- Turner says Smith’s viral social media posts have led to threats and interruptions to her broadcasting duties.
- The conflict began when Turner, who ordered an Uber Comfort ride from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, asked for the air conditioning to be turned on and windows rolled up.
- Turner’s attorney, Miguel Dominguez, is examining Uber’s driver vetting process as he considers civil action over the incident.