Durham Police – Taxi Driver Charged With Sexually Assaulting A Female in Wheelchair

In Police Blotter

A taxi driver has been charged with sexually assaulting a woman in a wheelchair who he had driven in his cab.

On Sunday, July 14, 2019, at approximately 8:20 p.m., a taxi driver operating a wheelchair-accessible vehicle picked up a fare in Ajax and was requested to drop off the female in Oshawa. When they arrived at the destination, the accused went into the rear of the cab and he inappropriately touched the female.

Investigators arrested the suspect on August 1 and wish to ensure there were no other victims.

Syedbagher MOOSAVI, age 40 of Terraview Blvd in Scarborough, is charged with Sexual Assault. He was released on a Promise to Appear.
If anyone has any new information in regards to this incident, please contact D/Cst. Whelan of East Division Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 1613.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at http://www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.

Pete Fisher
Author: Pete Fisher

Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love

Join Our Newsletter!

Want to keep up to date on news and events in Northumberland? Subscribe to newsletter!

You may also read!

The VOS Theatre Announced the Cast of Disney’s Frozen at Their Annual General Meeting

Local students awarded the Ruth Harcourt and Garth Watson Scholarships The VOS Theatre group announced that local students Mark Nugent

Read More...

Downtown Cobourg Walk Offers Snapshot of Community Life

Even a short walk around downtown Cobourg can reveal something new, especially during the busy summer months. Some sights reflect

Read More...

Video – Taking A Golf Break In Victoria Park

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fS4t4BfRAA Friends spent a few minutes driving a few golf balls in Victoria Park on Thursday, June 18, 2026 around

Read More...

Mobile Sliding Menu