Uber Driver Faces Charges after Shooting Teen in Dunwoody
DUNWOODY, Ga. (October 26, 2025) – A 38-year-old man is in custody following a shooting outside a Dunwoody Waffle House early Sunday morning. Meredith Grundy has been charged with aggravated assault and firearm possession after allegedly shooting a 16-year-old girl.
Police responded to a call at approximately 2:30 a.m. at the Waffle House located at 4532 Chamblee Dunwoody Road. investigators determined that five teenage girls had requested an Uber ride from the restaurant. Upon arrival, the driver informed the group he could only accommodate four passengers due to vehicle capacity.
According to police reports, a dispute arose between the driver and the girls. Authorities state the driver alleges one of the girls threatened him and physically assaulted him while he was inside the vehicle.The driver then discharged a firearm, striking the girl who, he claims, initiated the physical altercation. However, the other four girls present at the scene told police no assault or threats occurred prior to the shooting.
The victim sustained three gunshot wounds – one to the back and one to each leg – and was transported to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. She is currently listed in critical but stable condition.
Grundy was taken into custody and booked into the DeKalb county Jail. Uber has confirmed the driver’s access to the platform has been revoked and the company is cooperating with the ongoing police investigation.
A spokesperson for Uber stated the reported incident was “horrifying.”
The Waffle House manager deferred comment to corporate management.
The investigation remains active,and Atlanta News First will continue to provide updates as they become available.
