Police appeal after York taxi driver verbally abused and window punched

Perry Richardson
Oct 27
1 min read

Police in York are appealing for help identifying a man following an incident involving a taxi driver on 6 September.

According to North Yorkshire Police, the driver was verbally abused before the offender punched the vehicle’s driver-side window. Officers believe the man pictured on CCTV may have information that could assist the investigation.

Anyone who recognises the individual is asked to contact PC601 Terence Priestman by emailing terence.priestman@northyorkshire.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting reference number 12250169571.

Information can also be provided anonymously through Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or visiting their website.

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