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Woman escapes attempted armed robbery in rideshare vehicle in New Orleans

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The New Orleans Police Department is investigating after a woman was almost robbed while in a rideshare.

According to NOPD officers, around 11:44 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 29, a woman was inside the vehicle at the corner of Willow Street and McAllister Drive when the driver allegedly pulled out a knife, demanding money.

The woman reportedly told officers that she had “unsuccessfully” attempted to send money electronically and managed to exit the vehicle.

The driver then left in an unknown direction.

No further details are available at this time.

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