A taxi driver was threatened with a knife during an attempted robbery on Monday, January 29.

The incident, which happened in Bradwell Common Boulevard, Milton Keynes, at around 3.30pm, saw a man get into a taxi when during the journey, he pulled out a knife demanding money from the driver.

The driver then pulled up onto the side of the road and go out of the vehicle.

Police said offender eventually got out of the taxi and walked away. Nothing was stolen and no one was injured.

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Investigating officer Detective Contstable Patricia Montoya, based at Milton Keynes police station, said: “I am appealing to anybody who recognises the man in this image to please get in touch with us as we believe he may have vital information about this incident.

“If you are pictured, please come forward as soon as possible.

“To contact us, call 101 or make a report on our website, quoting reference number 43240044712.

“Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or via its website.”