Brothers Suspected of Killing Lyft Driver and Fleeing Across State Lines

Two brothers are charged with the murder of a 62-year-old rideshare driver, LaWanna Lewis, whose body was discovered in a ditch in Westlake, Louisiana, with multiple gunshot wounds. The suspects, Tristan Bush, 26, and Ethan Bush, 23, allegedly shot Lewis during a ride and then attempted to escape.

Following the crime, authorities activated a tip line and issued a “Be On The Lookout” alert for Lewis’s vehicle. That evening, police received reports of the stolen car being seen just across the Louisiana-Texas border, in a parking lot near Houston. Harris County deputies pursued the vehicle as the brothers tried to flee in a high-speed chase. The brothers abandoned the stolen car and fled on foot, but their escape was unsuccessful.

Tristan Bush was eventually located hiding in a residential neighborhood and was taken into custody. Meanwhile, Ethan Bush attempted to cross a busy road and was fatally struck by a passing vehicle, according to sheriff’s officials. He died at the scene. Tristan was shortly thereafter arrested by deputies in Harris County.

The older brother, Tristan Bush, faces extradition to Calcasieu Parish to face a second-degree murder charge with his bail set at $2.5 million. The investigation remains open, and authorities have indicated that additional charges may be forthcoming.

Records show that Tristan Bush has prior arrests in Louisiana, including resisting an officer in 2022 and resisting with force in 2023. Ethan Bush had no known criminal history.

Lewis’s family is mourning her loss, emphasizing her kindness and the life she led. They shared a heartfelt message on a fundraising page, thanking supporters and expressing hope that her compassion will be remembered despite the tragic circumstances.