Gwinnett County police seeking to identify suspect who threatened taxi driver with knife

NORCROSS, GA– Gwinnett County Police detectives are seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a man who threatened a taxi driver with a knife. Police released photos of the suspect today, June 29.

The taxi driver picked up the man on May 10 and drove him to the 1500 block of Shenta Oak Drive in Norcross. 

When they arrived, the man only paid part of the taxi fare and told the driver he was going inside to get the rest of the money.

After the man did not return, the taxi driver went to the front door to ask about the remaining fare. The man then came outside holding a pole in one hand and a knife in the other and threatened the driver with the knife. The driver left the area and contacted police.

Anyone who has any information to share in this case, is urged to Gwinnett County Police Department at 770.513.5300.  To remain anonymous, tipsters should contact Crime Stoppers at 404.577.TIPS (8477) or visit www.stopcrimeATL.com.  

Crime Stoppers tipsters can receive a cash reward for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.