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Police are appealing for witnesses after a taxi driver was robbed in New Parks.

The incident happened on Saturday July 12, 2008 when the driver picked up a man on Lee Circle in the city who asked to be taken to Holmwood Drive.

At around 5.45am the driver arrived at the destination near to its junction with Lamen Road and became involved in a disagreement with the man during which he was threatened.

Both got out of the vehicle and when the driver went to call the police, the man kicked the phone out of his hand causing it to break on the floor. The man left the scene with the broken phone towards Towle Road.

The driver received a minor injury to his wrist which did not require medical treatment.

He is described as white, around 30-years-old, about 6ft tall and of a stocky build. He was wearing a heavy parka type coat, blue trousers and blue and white trainers.

PC Dave Martin, who is investigating the incident, said: "This incident left the driver extremely shocked and we are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident to get in touch.

"We have been making enquiries in the local area to trace this man and would ask anyone who any information regarding the incident or the identity of this man to please get in touch with us.

"It's important we build a complete picture of events, so if you do have any information, no matter how small, please get in touch."

Anyone with any information is asked to contact PC 1228 Dave Martin on 0116 222 2222, follow the instructions to leave a message for a police officer and when prompted key in the officer's identification number 1228. Alternatively contact Crimestoppers, which is free* and anonymous on 0800 555 111.

* Please note, some mobile ‘phone service providers may charge for this call.

Issued on 22/07/08 at 14:35 Crime reference number: CB/04739/08-1

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