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| Author: | Sussex [ Fri Apr 23, 2021 6:44 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Torquay thug assaults driver over face mask request |
Torquay taxi driver alleged victim of racist attack after face mask request A man from Torquay has been arrested on suspicion of racially aggravated assault by beating and a public order offence after a taxi driver apparently asked a passenger to put on a face mask. Devon and Cornwall Police confirmed the arrest in a statement after an incident occurred in Torquay at around 5.35pm yesterday (Tuesday, April 20). Any witnesses are being asked to come forward. A police statement said: "Police were called to reports of a racially aggravated assault in Belgrave Road, Torquay, at around 5.35pm, on Tuesday 20 April. "A taxi driver reported he had also been subjected to racist abuse after asking a passenger to wear a face mask. "A 48-year-old man, from Torquay, was arrested on suspicion of racially aggravated assault by beating and a public order offence. He has been released under investigation pending further enquiries. "Anyone with information is being urged to contact the police by email at 101@dc.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting reference CR/031280/21." The Government website states that, to reduce the spread of coronavirus, you must wear a face covering when using taxis or private hire vehicles. You will be breaking the law if you fail to do so and could be fined. A taxi driver or private hire vehicle operator will be entitled to refuse to accept you if you do not wear a face covering, unless you are exempt from this requirement. |
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