Police are appealing for information after an armed robbery of a taxi driver in Campsie on Friday.

At 1.35pm on Friday 6 March 2015, a 45-year-old man was driving a taxi in Beamish Street. He picked up a man and drove him to South Parade.

The man, armed with a sharp object, threatened the taxi driver and demanded money. The taxi driver handed money the man an amount of money. He then drove the man to Harold Street.

The man demanded the taxi driver stop the vehicle, before he fled the scene on foot with cash and the driver’s back pack and mobile telephone.

The taxi driver attended Campsie Police Station and reported the incident to police. He received a minor injury as a result of the incident.

Police from Campsie Local Area Command are now investigating the matter.

They are appealing for anyone with information about the robbery to come forward. In particular, they would like to speak with a man who may be able to assist with their inquiries.

He is described as being of Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander appearance and approximately 25-30 years. He has a slim build, stands 175-180cm tall, with a round face, dark complexion and short black curly hair.

At the time of the incident, the man was wearing reading glasses, white t-shirt and red shorts.