A woman in her 20s was left terrified after a taxi driver locked her inside the vehicle following a disagreement over the fare.
The incident occurred on Oakfield Corner, Hill Avenue, Amersham, around 4:15 pm on Sunday, December 22nd. The woman had entered the silver saloon car, believed to be a Mercedes, near the NatWest Bank.
According to Thames Valley Police, a dispute arose between the woman and the middle-aged Asian driver regarding the cost of the journey.
When the passenger decided to exit the taxi and take the bus instead, the driver locked the doors and refused to let her out.
"This was a frightening incident for the victim, who despite her ordeal, was not injured," said Investigating Officer PC Milla Thomson from Aylesbury police station.
The woman was eventually released from the vehicle after a crowd gathered around the taxi. The driver then sped away.
Police are appealing to witnesses, particularly those who formed the crowd or assisted the victim after the incident.
Anyone with information can contact police online or by calling 101, quoting reference 43240618707.
Alternatively, they can report anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
The incident is being investigated as a case of false imprisonment.
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