FedEx driver fired after Ring camera catches him using racial slur during delivery

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. - A FedEx driver is no longer working for the company after a Ring camera captured him using a racial slur during a delivery to a real estate office.

The incident happened on July 15 at Murrell Homes Real Estate Group in Kansas City. The driver arrived with a package, and when no one came to the door immediately, he used a racial slur. His comment was recorded on the office’s Ring camera.

Shawnna Murrell, owner and managing broker of Murrell Homes Real Estate Group, said she heard the comment in real time.

“I heard what he said and I just kinda stopped. I was like, ‘Wait a minute. Did I just hear what he said?’ So I put the phone up to my ear, and I was like, ‘Wow,’” Murrell said.

Murrell started her real estate group five years ago. The company has nearly 40 Black and minority agents who help Kansas City families buy homes. She said she has no doubt the slur was directed at her business.

“Especially if you are out here performing in a negative way with your company, and with a company shirt on. That’s a reflection of the company. As a company owner, as a business owner, I stand by that,” Murrell said.

The driver has not been charged with a crime, and FedEx has not released his name.

Murrell said she contacted FedEx and asked for accountability.

In a statement FedEx said, “The behavior depicted in the video is unacceptable and inconsistent with our company values. We have taken this matter seriously and can confirm this individual is no longer providing service on behalf of FedEx.”

Murrell said the incident will not change how she operates.

“I’m out here spreading love. I’m out here being what I can be, the best that I can be for my community. I’m not gonna let one person change that,” she said.

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