A PRIVATE hire cab passenger was beaten and robbed by the driver and another man after telling them he couldn't pay his fare.

The man got into the dark blue diesel saloon in Manchester after a night-out.

After admitting he didn't have enough money, the victim was driven to a cashpoint in Insall Road, Warrington, where he was kicked and punched in the head and body and robbed.

The two men took two Manchester United season tickets, cash and credit cards.

The victim had injuries to his face and hands.

The Asian driver was in his early 40s, with black receding hair and of medium build.

The front-seat passenger, also Asian, had black spiky hair, 5ft 9in, of slim build and was about 30.

Anyone with information should contact Dc Ian Hampson at Warrington Specialist Investigation Unit on 01244 613831 or Crimestoppers 0800 555111.