Police issue warning over 'fake taxi'
POLICE have issued a warning after receiving reports of a vehicle pretending to be a taxi driving around Leigh.
Officers took to social media to say that a red Fiat is being driven around the town with the word 'Taxi' displayed on the side.
Police are alerting residents that this vehicle is not a licensed taxi.
Anyone who sees it is asked to call police on 101.
A red Fiat, YY57 NCX, is being driven around the Leigh area with 'Taxi' displayed on the side.
— GMP Leigh (@GMPLeigh) December 6, 2017
Be aware as this vehicle is not a licensed taxi.
If seen call 101.
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