Female cyclist accused of racially abusing taxi driver, sparking police appeal

Surrey Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was racially abused in Epsom on Saturday, 2 November.

Police were called to Upper High Street in Epsom at around 3pm after a taxi driver was reportedly racially abused by a woman.

Police say they believe that the woman in this photo may be able to help with their investigation.

The force confirmed that they have spoken to a couple of witnesses already but are appealing to the public to come forward with any further information, particularly if they recognise the lady in this photo.

In a statement, the police said: 'If you can assist, please call 101, quoting reference number PR/45190117104.

'Hate crime will not be tolerated in Surrey. Surrey’s profile of hate crime is constantly developing and we rely on those affected coming forward and making reports.

'Victims having the confidence in both themselves and us to make reports is incredibly important if we are to know the true extent of hate crime in our county.

'If you have been a victim of hate crime yourself, please make a report, either by calling 101 (999 in an emergency), call the Stop Hate UK helpline on 0800 138 1625 or download the Surrey Stop Hate UK app on the Apple and Google app stores. Please don’t suffer in silence.'

Image credit: Surrey Police