A Russian Uber driver, Vadim Nikolaevich Uliumdzhiev, allegedly assaulted TC BioPharm CEO Bryan Kobel. Allegedly, Uliumdzhiev knocked out Kobel after he refused to take his service dog, saying he was allergic.

As reported by the Post and Currier, the incident occurred back on April 24, 2025. At the time, Uliumdzhiev denied a ride to Kobel after the former asked to travel with his service dog. The Russian national told the Charleston Police Department that he was allergic.

Fox News Digital reported that Kobel asked Uliumdzhiev to cancel the ride. However, Uliumdzhiev allegedly grabbed Kobel by the throat, headbutted him, and punched him in the face.

Video footage obtained by the outlets shows the exact moment in which the alleged assault occurs. There, Kobel falls to the ground and hits

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