Police are investigating after a taxi driver was robbed by an armed man in Albury last night.

About 8.30pm (Wednesday 1 July 2015), the 62-year-old taxi driver picked up a man on Borella Road, who directed the driver to take him to Lavington, via Eastern Circuit.

On arrival at Eastern Circuit, police have been told the passenger threatened the driver with a knife, demanding cash.

The driver declined and attempted to continue to drive, before a struggle ensued between the pair, and the armed man fled from the vehicle.

The taxi driver contacted police and was treated at the scene by Ambulance Paramedics, before being taken to hospital suffering shock.

Officers attached to Albury Local Area Command attended and commenced investigations.

As they continue their inquiries, police would like to speak to a man who may be able to assist them.

He is described and being of Caucasian appearance, about 18-years-old, of slim build, about 175-180cm tall, and was wearing a red hooded jumper, a dark cap, and black jeans.