KNIFEPOINT BILKER: Police appeal for witnesses after taxi driver held at knifepoint as fare dodger flees
- Perry Richardson
- 14 hours ago
- 2 min read
Police are investigating after a taxi driver reported being threatened with a knife during an alleged fare dispute in Carlton, Nottinghamshire.
According to Nottinghamshire Police, neighbourhood officers were on patrol in the area at around 2.35pm on Wednesday 28 January when they were flagged down by the driver on Gedling Road.
The driver told officers that an altercation had taken place inside his taxi, during which a man is alleged to have threatened him at knifepoint before leaving the vehicle without paying his fare.
Police believe the suspect exited the taxi at the junction of Main Road and Hardy’s Drive before running off in the direction of Duncroft Avenue.
The driver was not physically injured in the incident, but was left shaken. Officers provided immediate assistance at the scene and began enquiries shortly afterwards.
Police appeal for witnesses after suspect fled taxi without paying following reported knife threat
As part of the investigation, police have carried out a trawl of nearby CCTV systems and doorbell cameras in an effort to identify the suspect and trace his movements after leaving the taxi.
Officers are also appealing directly to members of the public who may have seen the incident or the suspect in the area at the time to come forward with information.
Anyone who can assist the investigation is asked to contact police on 101, quoting incident number 357 of 28 January 2026. Information can also be provided anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Inspector Steven King, local area commander for Gedling, said: “We know this incident took place in a busy location with a large number of potential witnesses.
“I’d urge people who were in the area at the time to think if they noticed anything which could assist with our inquiries.
“Likewise, if you have any relevant dashcam, CCTV, mobile phone or doorbell footage please get in touch with officers.
“Although incidents of this nature are concerning we do not believe there was any wider risk.”
