Taxi driver needs hospital treatment after assault by group on electric bikes in Sheffield

Police want to hear from witnesses and anyone with footage

Author: Leo ChristianPublished 9 hours ago

A taxi driver needed hospital treatment after being assaulted by four youths on electric bikes in Sheffield, according to police.

It is reported that the attack happened on Remington Road at around 7.15pm on 8th November.

Police said it is alleged the four youths, who were wearing balaclavas, approached the taxi driver while he was parked.

They are alleged to have begun throwing stones at his car.

It is understood the taxi driver then got out of his car and the youths began to assault him.

He was punched and kicked, causing him to fall to the floor.

Police said his injuries are not life-threatening.

The youths are described as white.

Officers want to hear from any witnesses who have not yet spoken to them.

They also want to hear from anyone who was driving along the road and may have footage of the youths or the incident.

Anyone who believes they can help is asked to get in touch online, via live chat or by calling 101, quoting number 822 of 8th November 2026.

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