Crime & Safety

Taxi Carjacking Suspect Robbed Driver In Gwinnett County: Police

A taxi driver told police he was robbed by gunpoint after picking up a passenger from the Doraville MARTA station, according to police.

GWINNETT COUNTY, GA β€” A taxi driver was robbed at gunpoint by a passenger who demanded his money and taxi, according to Gwinnett County police.

The robbery happened around 11:45 p.m. Jan. 25 after the victim picked up the suspect from the Doraville MARTA station, police said.

β€œThe suspect directed the victim to drive him to a location into Gwinnett, in unincorporated Norcross,” police said. β€œThe suspect pulled a gun on the victim, demanding his money and taxi.”

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The victim described the suspect as a skinny Black male wearing all black clothing. Police said they need help identifying the suspect of the carjacking. If anyone has any information to share in this case, please contact GCPD detectives at 770-513-5300. To remain anonymous, tipsters should contact Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or visit www.stopcrimeATL.com.

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