An Oxford taxi driver has been found guilty of assaulting two women.

Babar Khan, 30, of Dashwood Road, Rose Hill, was found guilty at Oxford Crown Court of two counts of sexual assault by touching.

This is in relation to two incidents, one on September 30, 2007, and on January 18, 2008.

Det Con Will Downey said; “On both occasions Khan abused his position as a taxi driver and while he was taking the women home he sexually assaulted them.

“In December 2008, the case was bought to trial and the jury couldn’t reach a verdict.

“A retrial was held on Tuesday and the victims bravely went through the ordeal of giving evidence and being cross examined again.

“This is a fantastic result and all credit must be given to both victims for having the courage and tenacity to come forward and not only make the complaint but see it through to the end which would have been an extremely difficult and traumatic time.

“As a taxi driver, Khan was in a position of trust every time he went to work. Women should expect to feel safe and secure when catching a taxi, but Khan abused his role and exploited these victims’ vulnerability.

“This verdict means he will be added to the sex offenders register and not be able to work in a position of trust again.

“Thanks and appreciation must also go to the witnesses who came forward and the staff at Oxfordshire County Council licensing agency.

"I would also like to thank Royal Cars for their assistance, which contributed towards today’s verdict. They are as keen as we are that their drivers are reliable and trustworthy.”