Arrest After Taxi Driver Assaulted

Brockville – Brockville police report that on January 1st, 2024, around 2:00 am, they received a call from a taxi driver who was assaulted by a male customer in the area of Parkedale Ave. and the SuperStore.

Police responded and an investigation revealed that a 29-year-old, man, was intoxicated and causing problems in the cab. The taxi driver pulled over and asked the suspect to exit the vehicle.

Police said that the suspect became more agitated and assaulted the taxi driver by choking and punching him. The injuries were considered non-life-threatening.

The suspect was arrested and charged with assault and assault causing bodily harm for choking. He was held in custody until sober and later released on conditions and a future court date.