A Texas Lyft driver was slashed and nearly strangled by a passenger before having his car stolen in a terrifying evening attack. 🌐 #News #FriscoTX #Texas #Crime. FRISCO, TX – A Texas Lyft driver was left fighting for his life after a brutal attack by a passenger who slashed his throat and tried to choke him with a wire before stealing his car. The shocking assault occurred Monday evening in Frisco, Texas, leaving the 25-year-old driver, Dilaver Berk, with severe injuries and a terrifying story of survival. Despite the violent encounter, Berk is grateful to be alive, though he is still recovering from the traumatic experience.