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A taxi driver had money stolen from his cab by a passenger while travelling through Teesside, police say.
Cleveland Police are appealing for information about the incident, which happened at around 4.35am this morning (October 2) while the vehicle was travelling down Leven Road in Norton.
The male suspect ran off down the road, potentially towards Norton High Street.
He was wearing grey shorts, a black jacket and a black cap.
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Cleveland Police said: "Detectives from Stockton CID are appealing for information after a taxi driver had his money stolen from him by a passenger in his cab while driving down Leven Road in Norton at about 4.35am this morning, Friday 2nd October.
"We would ask anyone in the area to check their doorbell, private CCTV or dash cam footage and contact us if they see any relevant footage has been captured.
"Similarly, anyone who saw the suspect running, or who has any information to help enquiries, is asked to contact Cleveland Police on the 101 number quoting ref 197316.