The Chief Executive of Uber Technologies, the company behind ride-hailing app, Uber has lost his mother in a boating accident, meanwhile his father lies in critical condition. Both parents were said to be involved in a boating accident on Friday which led to the unfortunate incident that took the CEO's mother's life.
"Last night Travis and his family suffered an unspeakable tragedy. His mother passed away in a devastating boating accident near Fresno and his father is in serious condition. Our thoughts and prayers are with Travis and his family in this heartbreaking time."
Such a sad news at a time when Uber is faced with legal and business challenges.