Nasrat Ahmad Yar, a 31-year-old former U.S. Army interpreter who escaped Afghanistan with his family in 2021, was tragically shot and killed while working as a Lyft driver in Washington D.C. The incident occurred shortly after midnight on Monday, leaving his wife and four children without a husband and father.
Yar's death has sparked outrage and grief, particularly among those who recognize the sacrifices made by Afghan interpreters who aided U.S. forces. "Outnumbered" co-hosts on Fox News expressed their sorrow and frustration over the situation, with Emily Compagno highlighting what she sees as a continued abandonment of U.S. allies following the withdrawal from Afghanistan. Co-host Julie Banderas echoed this sentiment, pointing to the broader issue of crime in the nation's capital.
According to reports, Yar was nearing the end of his shift when the shooting took place. Lyft has expressed condolences to his family and is cooperating with law enforcement in their investigation. The Metropolitan Police Department responded to the scene and found Yar inside his vehicle. They have released surveillance footage of four individuals fleeing the area and are offering a $25,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction.
Kayleigh McEnany, another "Outnumbered" co-host, underscored the risks taken by Afghan interpreters who work alongside U.S. troops, emphasizing that Yar risked his life to support the United States. She called for the nation to support his grieving family. Yar's wife shared that he had continued working that night to pay upcoming rent, highlighting the financial pressures he faced. The tragic circumstances of his death have left many questioning the support provided to those who have served alongside the U.S. military and the ongoing challenges faced by refugees seeking a new life in America.
Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact the Metropolitan Police Department or submit an anonymous tip.
