Margie Quibol, later died from her injuries.
“After an extensive investigation by the Tustin Police Department’s Major Accident Investigation Team, it was determined the driver, 30-year-old Andy Van Pham was driving with negligence, resulting in the death of the victim,” police said in a statement.
Pham appeared in court on Friday, and pleaded not guilty to charges of manslaughter, possession of drug paraphernalia, providing false information to a police officer, and making an unsafe turn or lane change, according to the East Bay Times.
Lyft said Pham has been permanently deactivated as a driver.
“We are heartbroken by this tragic incident and our hearts are with the rider’s family during this incredibly difficult time,” Lyft said in a statement shared with CBS News.
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