Woman Charged with Murder of Uber Eats Driver Outside Chicago Hospital

Judge orders Montoya Perry held without bail in slaying of 28-year-old Daniel Figueroa

Feb. 25, 2026 at 8:37pm

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A 33-year-old woman has been charged with murder and vehicular hijacking for allegedly running over and killing an Uber Eats driver outside Loretto Hospital in Chicago's West Side. Prosecutors say Montoya Perry hijacked the delivery driver's van as he was dropping off an order, leading to a confrontation where Figueroa was fatally struck. The judge denied Perry's request for electronic monitoring, citing her lengthy criminal history and the threat she poses to the community.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the dangers delivery drivers face, especially in high-crime areas, as they work to provide for their families. It also raises questions about bail reform and whether repeat offenders like Perry should be released on bond given the public safety risks.

The details

According to prosecutors, early Monday morning a doctor at Loretto Hospital ordered food through Uber Eats. When the food didn't arrive, the doctor went outside and found 28-year-old Daniel Figueroa, the Uber Eats driver, lying on the ground in a pool of blood. Surveillance video showed that Figueroa had parked his van to make the delivery when Perry and two others got into the vehicle. Figueroa ran towards the van, grabbing the handle, but Perry sped off, running him over. Police later found the van in a nearby park and arrested Perry after a chase.

  • The incident occurred around 2 a.m. on Monday, February 24, 2026.
  • Figueroa's body was discovered by the Loretto Hospital doctor shortly after the attack.

The players

Montoya Perry

A 33-year-old woman charged with murder and vehicular hijacking for the death of Daniel Figueroa. Perry has a lengthy criminal history, including a 7-year prison sentence for aggravated robbery and more recent convictions for unlawful use of a weapon and forgery.

Daniel Figueroa

A 28-year-old Uber Eats driver from Downers Grove who was killed outside Loretto Hospital while making a delivery. Figueroa was the youngest of three sons and was described by his father as a "good kid" who was just trying to provide for his family.

Loretto Hospital

The Chicago West Side hospital where the incident took place. Loretto Hospital issued a statement expressing condolences to Figueroa's family and said they are cooperating with the police investigation.

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What they’re saying

“'You ran over him basically like he was garbage and just left him there,'”

— Judge James Murphy (Chicago Tribune)

“'I have three boys, and I have to bury, my youngest.'”

— Carlos Figueroa, Father of Daniel Figueroa (Chicago Tribune)

What’s next

The judge will decide on Tuesday whether to allow Montoya Perry to be released on electronic monitoring while she awaits trial.

The takeaway

This tragic case highlights the dangers delivery drivers face, especially in high-crime areas, as they work to support their families. It also raises concerns about bail reform and whether repeat offenders should be released on bond given the public safety risks.