Police release CCTV image of woman after taxi driver bilked and assaulted in Southampton

Image credit: Hampshire Police

Hampshire Police have released an image of a woman they want to identify following an assault on a taxi driver in Southampton.

The incident happened at around 12.45pm on 17 April when a woman was dropped off by a Radio taxi at the Red Lion pub in Bitterne precinct.

Police say the woman refused to pay the fare, then pushed and verbally abused the male driver before leaving the scene.

As part of their investigation, officers are appealing to the public for help in identifying the woman pictured.

Anyone who recognises the person or has information is asked to call 101 quoting reference 44250167464. Reports can also be made online through the Hampshire Police website.