20-Year-Old Indicted for Lyft Driver's Murder

Derrek Dove faces charges of aggravated murder, robbery, and assault in the killing of Antoine Latham.

Published on Feb. 19, 2026

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A 20-year-old man named Derrek Dove has been indicted by a Cuyahoga County grand jury for the murder of Lyft driver Antoine Latham. Prosecutors say Dove and at least two other passengers robbed Latham during a ride on February 10th, shooting him in the back of the head. Latham's vehicle crashed, and he later died at the hospital. Lyft cooperated with the police investigation, which used phone records and surveillance footage to link Dove to the crime.

Why it matters

This case highlights the dangers Lyft and other rideshare drivers face, as well as the broader issue of violent crime and robberies targeting gig workers trying to earn a living. It also raises questions about Lyft's safety protocols and background checks for passengers.

The details

According to prosecutors, Latham picked up Dove and at least two other passengers for a ride on February 10th. During the trip, the passengers robbed Latham of his cell phone and shot him in the back of the head. Latham's vehicle crashed into a guardrail, and he was transported to the hospital where he later died. Lyft cooperated with the police investigation, which used phone records and surveillance footage to link Dove to the crime.

  • On February 10, 2026, Latham was shot and killed while driving for Lyft.
  • Dove will be arraigned on March 3, 2026.

The players

Derrek Dove

A 20-year-old man indicted for the aggravated murder, robbery, and assault of Lyft driver Antoine Latham.

Antoine Latham

A 56-year-old Lyft driver who was shot and killed during a robbery on February 10, 2026.

Michael C. O'Malley

The Cuyahoga County Prosecutor who stated that Dove's actions were "a cold and deliberate act of murder".

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What they’re saying

“This was a cold and deliberate act of murder. Antoine Latham was killed while simply trying to earn a living. We will do everything in our power to seek justice for him and his family and to hold Derrek Dove accountable.”

— Michael C. O'Malley, Cuyahoga County Prosecutor (cleveland.com)

What’s next

Dove will be arraigned on March 3, 2026. Authorities have not indicated whether the other two suspects have been apprehended.

The takeaway

This tragic case underscores the risks rideshare drivers face and the need for stronger safety measures and background checks to protect gig workers. It also highlights the broader issue of violent crime and the importance of holding perpetrators accountable.