Detectives are investigating an armed robbery in the New Lodge Road area of North Belfast in the early hours of Tuesday,
It was reported that a taxi driver was robbed at around 4.10am after collecting two men, who directed him to turn into Ludlow Square.
The passenger in the front then pulled out a screwdriver and pressed it against the driver’s cheek, demanding money.
Meanwhile, the victim was struck on the head by the passenger in the back seat.
Detective Sergeant Kitchen said: "The driver managed to raise the alarm, and the two made off with his mobile phone, wallet, cash, and bank cards.
“This has been a terrifying ordeal, which has left the man with a cut to his right forearm, as well as being visibly shaken.
“The car is a grey Toyota Prius. One of the suspects is described as being aged in his early 20s and the other in his mid-20s.
“I am appealing to anyone with information, or who noticed any suspicious activity, to contact us on 101 quoting reference 362 of 13/07/21.
"Information can also be provided to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org."
