# Rideshare Driver Charged After Airport Assault | Boston News

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Podcast: [Boston News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/boston-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7485239)
Published: 2026-07-12T21:40:57+00:00
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A rideshare driver in Lowell, Leonard Bacon, 23, is facing serious assault charges after allegedly attacking a passenger before reaching Logan Airport—leaving them hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Blood-stained scenes and shocking images have sparked public outrage. Uber condemned the violence, immediately suspended the driver, and is cooperating with authorities. Court is set for Monday in East Boston. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e16a5e7d539b9b67

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