Posted on the 22nd December 2025 in PHTM News

VILE VERBAL RACIST ATTACK ON PRIVATE HIRE DRIVER IN SHEFFIELD

An Uber driver was subjected to a racially aggravated verbal attack in the early hours of Sunday morning, 21 December, after refusing to take a man from Sheffield to Brinsworth in Rotherham.

The individual became further abusive during the interaction, directing racially offensive language at the driver.

Thankfully, no physical injuries were reported, but the incident has caused this driver distress and highlights the ongoing risks faced by taxi and private hire drivers whilst carrying out their work.

Cllr Rauof said

“ During the Christmas period, taxi and private hire drivers work long hours to earn a living and to provide an essential service to the public, ensuring people can travel safely at all hours. They do not deserve to be subjected to abuse, racism, or discrimination while simply doing their job.

“As we enter this busy period, the public & drivers are urged to stay safe and remain vigilant.

“Where possible and safe to do so, capturing incidents on video can provide vital evidence and will go a long way in pushing for greater measures to keep drivers safe.

“Reporting such incidents helps build a clearer picture and supports efforts to improve safety across the city.

“Unfortunately, this is what happens when hateful rhetoric gets normalised as people like the horrible individual in this video then feel entitled to openly spew racism at others.

“Taxi and private hire drivers deserve respect, protection, and the right to work without fear or harm, whilst keeping Sheffield moving.”


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