Evansville Police arrested 19 year old William Cross on charges related to an attempted robbery and cutting at Virginia and Main St around 10:30 Saturday night.
Williams is accused of cutting a cab driver on the face and neck while trying to rob him. Williams had been picked up by the cab driver and threatened him with a knife and demanded money during the ride. When the driver refused, Williams cut him on the neck and face. Williams ran from the cab and was found by officers a short time later at Main and Illinois St. The cab driver identified Williams as his assailant.
Williams was arrested and charged with Robbery with a Knife and Battery.
The cab drivers injuries were minor and he refused medical treatment.
