Two Inverness taxi firms have banned a woman who allegedly racially abused a cab driver.
A video showing the incident was shared online and went viral, with more than two million shares.
The Scottish cabbie, who works for Inverness City Taxis, remained calm throughout the racist tirade – even when the woman told him she’d tell police he had “tried it on with her”.
Now Inverness City Taxis and Inverness Taxis have banned the customer.
Police confirmed yesterday that a woman had been charged following the incident. She has been reported to the procurator fiscal.
Inverness City Taxis posted an update on its Facebook page this morning.
In the statement, it said: “We, at Inverness City Taxis are deeply appalled and saddened to learn of an incident involving one of our taxi drivers who was subjected to racial abuse.
‘Individual’ concerned’ has been banned from Inverness taxis
“We unequivocally condemn any form of racial discrimination, hatred, or abuse, and we stand firmly against such reprehensible actions.
“The safety and well-being of our drivers and passengers are of paramount importance to us.
“We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful environment within our company and throughout the communities we serve.
“We do not tolerate any behavior that threatens the dignity, respect, or personal safety of our employees or customers.”
The taxi company said that it had made the decision to ban the customer.
The post continued: “The individual who has been charged for this appalling act will no longer be able to book a taxi through us.
“Also thank you to Inverness Taxis for doing the same.”
