This is from the Exeter Police Facebook page, and has been reported by BBC News. Nothing really new in the BBC report, so this is the actual police post. Not really that interesting, but one or two questionable points
With the weekend coming up we thought we would post some helpful reminders to take in to consideration if you're going to be using a taxi. Unfortunately we're aware of people posing as taxi drivers and using fake props to make their vehicle appear like a legitimate taxi.
- Exeter City Council Hackney Carriages and Private Hire are all licenced and will display this on an internal and external plate. This will show the vehicle registration number, an expiry date and a code. The drivers will also carry in date photo ID.
- All registered and legitimate taxis will be 5 door vehicles. If you have to fold over the passenger seat to get in to the vehicle, stop, leave the vehicle and book yourself a genuine taxi.
- Top tip - always take a photo of the vehicle including the vehicle registration number and send it to a friend or family member prior to setting off. A real taxi driver won't mind you doing this.
If you have any concerns please leave the taxi immediately. Call 999 if you need to report a crime or suspicious activity.
