Man robbed waiting for taxi (From Witney Gazette)

Man robbed waiting for taxi

2:52pm Friday 1st September 2006 in Witney

A MAN was punched in the face and robbed as he waited for a taxi in Chipping Norton in the early hours of Monday, August 28..

The 25-year-old left a birthday party at 1.30am, and joined a taxi queue in Albion Street at 2am. He was then punched in the face and knocked to the ground by a youth, who reached into his jeans pockets and stole his wallet, which contained various cards and £100 in cash.

PC James Hopkins said it is believed five or six young men were involved, but there are no descriptions.

Anyone who witnessed the incident can contact PC Hopkins, at Chipping Norton police station, on 08458 505505, or Crimestoppers, on 0800 555111.