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A taxi driver who was acquitted of stealing David Lammy’s suitcases has alleged that the Deputy Prime Minister slapped him during a heated seven-hour cab ride.
This incident involved a dispute with the Justice Secretary and his wife, Nicola Green, over a £700 fare while transporting them in April.
A taxi driver has alleged that David Lammy slapped him during their seven-hour cab ride disputeCredit: Alamy
Taxi driver Nassim Mimun had a confrontation with the Deputy PMCredit: Refer to Source
The driver, aged 40, claimed that Mr. Lammy became aggressive while he was preparing the bill.
He stated: “He started shouting, ‘f***ing French, f***ing French’ and I received several blows. He struck me [on the neck] with the palm of his hand.”
Mr. Mimun further expressed: “I feared he was going to attack me and that a fight would ensue. This made me think I was guilty.”
“Fortunately, they believed me.”
“This was a terrible situation – I could have ended up in jail.”
“It is Lammy who is at fault; he hasn’t compensated me for the additional amount I was owed.”
Last week, a French court dismissed theft charges against Mr. Mimun after he drove off with the couple’s bags still in his vehicle, which he returned the following day.
Mr. Lammy has denied any misconduct.
A source stated: “The driver’s allegations regarding him and his wife are complete nonsense.”
- What happened during the taxi ride with David Lammy?
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The taxi driver claimed that during a dispute over the fare, David Lammy became aggressive and slapped him.
- What was the outcome of the theft charges against the taxi driver?
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The theft charges were dismissed by a French court as the driver returned the couple's bags the following day.
- Has David Lammy responded to the allegations?
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Yes, David Lammy has denied any wrongdoing regarding the incident.
