Taxi driver injured in rock attack

Taxi driver injured in rock attack

A Pilbara taxi driver was left with minor injuries following a rock attack in South Hedland last night.

The 22-year-old driver asked four passengers to get out of his cab on Roberts Road about 9.15pm when they became violent.

Police said one man kicked the passenger door, broke an aerial and threw rocks at the taxi causing the windscreen and another window to smash.

Another rock struck the male driver on the arm, resulting in a minor injury.

The main offender is believed to be in his mid 40s, with light brown skin and about 165cm tall. He was travelling with another male and two female passengers.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.