Local Austin resident, Palash Pandey, was separated from his cat, Tux, after a rideshare journey with Lyft. Upon reaching his destination, as Pandey went to retrieve Tux's carrier from the vehicle, the Lyft driver unexpectedly drove off. Despite Pandey's attempts to contact the driver through the Lyft app, he received no response. Pandey's extensive search for Tux involved social media appeals, police reports, and community outreach. Lyft's CEO, David Risher, also addressed the situation on social media, urging the public not to blame the driver. Fortunately, Tux was found about a mile from the drop-off location and was returned to Pandey. The cat is now safe at home and will receive veterinary care for a pre-existing medical condition. Pandey expressed immense gratitude to the Austin community and all who assisted in the search for Tux.
Photo Credit: Kari Shea
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