Sarnia police say a local taxi driver was robbed at knifepoint around 8pm on Tuesday night.
Police say he was initially flagged down by a man in the area of London Rd. and Finch Dr. and was asked to go to the 200-block of Capel St.
When they arrived at the stop, it's alleged the suspect raised a knife to the driver’s throat and asked for money. Fortunately, the driver was not injured but the suspect left the vehicle with a quantity of cash and fled northbound on Capel St.
The suspect is described as wearing all dark clothing with a black hood over his head. Police say the hooded coat was possibly made of wool or some other soft fabric.
The suspect was also carrying a black backpack and is believed to be average in build and about 5'11" tall.
Anyone with information is asked to call Sarnia police or Crime Stoppers.
