Memphis, Tennessee – A woman was assaulted and robbed early Friday morning after giving a ride to a man she knew, ending with her vehicle being stolen at a gas station in the Oakhaven area of Memphis, according to police. Authorities say the incident escalated rapidly following an argument over money, leaving the victim injured and without her car.
Incident Overview
According to investigators, the woman agreed to give an acquaintance a ride to a gas station in South Memphis. What began as a routine stop quickly turned violent when a dispute broke out between the two. Police say the confrontation resulted in the man physically attacking the woman before fleeing the scene in her vehicle.
The incident occurred in the early morning hours, a time when gas stations often have fewer customers and reduced visibility, factors that can increase vulnerability during crimes.
Timeline of Events
Police say the woman drove the man to a Fastrack gas station located on Shelby Drive near Tchulahoma Road. After arriving at the station, the two reportedly got into an argument over money.
During the dispute, officers say the man punched the woman, then escalated the situation further by pointing a gun at her. Surveillance footage reviewed by investigators shows the woman being dragged moments before the suspect took off in her vehicle…