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Posted on the 10th June 2025 in PHTM News

SHOCKING VIOLENT ATTACK ON PRIVATE HIRE DRIVER IN OLDHAM

An Uber driver was the victim of a violent and unprovoked assault by two male passengers during a journey in Derker, Oldham.

One passenger attempted to strangle the driver, while the other repeatedly punched him — all while the vehicle was in motion, putting both the driver and the public at serious risk.

Thanks to the swift response from a member of the Oldham Private Hire Drivers Association (OPHDA), the injured driver was promptly taken to Accident & Emergency for medical attention and thankfully we have been told he is OK.

Oldham private hire drivers association told PHTM: "We strongly condemn this attack and urge all drivers to remain vigilant. If you experience or witness any similar incidents, please report them immediately to the police and OPHDA."

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