Police ID Uber driver killed after Gwinnett carjacking, 15-year-old suspect

At the scene, officers found a 58-year-old man dead with at least one gunshot wound, police said in a social media post. Police later identified him as Cesar Tejada of Grayson, a husband and father of two.

“During the investigation, officers obtained Ring doorbell video footage that showed a black SUV stopping in the roadway, dropping off the victim and then leaving the area,” police said. “Through the use of investigative technology, detectives were able to identify the vehicle and determined it belonged to the victim.”

Investigators said the victim was an Uber driver and had been carjacked before being killed.

“He was just out trying to make extra money for his family,” said Lawrenceville police spokesperson Capt. Dena Pauly.

Around 1 p.m., officers located the SUV at a home on Hardwood Circle in Lilburn, police said. A 15-year-old boy was arrested at the home and charged with murder.

Police identified the teen, who has been charged as an adult, as Christian Simmons.

“Mr. Simmons requested through the Uber app that he be transported to Groveland Parkway. When he stopped in Groveland Parkway, that’s when Mr. Simmons shot and killed Mr. Tejada,” said Pauly.

Investigators believe he acted alone, police said Friday.

The investigation is continuing into the incident. Anyone with information is asked to contact Lawrenceville police.

“We’re saddened by this devastating loss, and our condolences go out to the driver’s family during this incredibly difficult time,” an Uber spokesperson said. “We’ve been in contact with the Lawrenceville Police Department to help support their investigation.”

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