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Sheriff: Houston man forced rideshare driver to take him to Texas church at gunpoint before fatal standoff

Lila Mendez
Lila Mendez
Lila Mendez
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Lila Mendez has spent over 15 years in local journalism, honing her skills at the Houston Chronicle and NPR’s Houston affiliate. A graduate of the University of Houston, she excels in connecting with the community and has a knack for unearthing stories that highlight the diverse voices of Houston's neighborhoods.

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Bureau Chief · Wednesday, October 28, 2026 at 2:07 AM · 1 min read
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Sheriff: Houston man forced rideshare driver to take him to Texas church at gunpoint before fatal standoff — Lubbock Community news

The rideshare driver said the man forced him at gunpoint to drive from Houston to the church. The driver was not physically injured, authorities said.

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