Detroit rapper Dank Demoss has launched a lawsuit against Lyft after a driver allegedly refused to give her a ride, claiming his car and tires couldn’t accommodate her weight. The driver, who arrived in a compact Honda Civic, locked the doors and canceled the trip after the rapper said she could fit inside.
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The encounter, caught on video and shared on social media, ignited debates about whether this was an issue of safety or discrimination. Demoss and her lawyers insist it was the latter and are pursuing justice, citing laws protecting against discrimination due to weight.
@realbigdankdemoss2 @Lyft I’m humiliated and embarrassed #wrong #discrimination ♬ original sound – realbigdankdemoss2
Lyft condemned the driver’s actions, reaffirming their commitment to fairness and respect, and said an investigation is ongoing. Social media users are divided, some emphasizing driver safety, others calling for more inclusive policies.
