A tragic case of road rage in Houston has led to murder charges against a Lyft driver, Armando Ruiz Diaz, 47. A judge has now set his bond at $500,000 as the investigation unfolds.
It all started on December 5, when a tense moment on the road between Ruiz Diaz and Edward Jiminez, 45, turned deadly. According to Houston police, the trouble began when Jiminez reportedly cut off Ruiz Diaz in traffic. What should have been a small, frustrating moment turned into a nightmare. Authorities say Ruiz Diaz retaliated by shooting and killing Jiminez.
Here’s where the story takes a chilling turn: just moments before the shooting, Jiminez had snapped a photo of Ruiz Diaz’s car with his cellphone. That single picture would later become a key piece of evidence. Investigators used it to link Ruiz Diaz not only to this tragic incident but also to two other road rage cases. At least one of those incidents, police revealed, involved a firearm.
Ruiz Diaz, who earns a living as a Lyft driver, now finds himself at the center of a growing investigation. Law enforcement officials are working hard to dig deeper into his alleged role in these other violent encounters on the road.
This case serves as a shocking reminder of how quickly road rage can spiral out of control, turning an ordinary drive into a life-altering tragedy. While police continue to investigate, Ruiz Diaz remains in custody, facing serious charges that could have far-reaching consequences.
For now, the city of Houston watches closely, hoping for justice and answers in a situation that has left many shaken.
