Auckland bus driver Rajnish Trehan assaulted and racially abused by a fare-evading passenger in Avondale.

Auckland bus driver Rajnish Trehan was assaulted and racially abused by a fare-evading passenger on a Number 18 bus in Avondale. The attacker punched Trehan, causing facial injuries and a dislodged tooth, while claiming ownership of the country. Police are searching for the assailant. This incident highlights a rise in violence against bus drivers, prompting Auckland Transport to enhance safety measures, including more transport officers and safety screens on buses.

September 07, 2024
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