It happened Wednesday, as the 67-year-old cabbie was dropping off the suspect in Mott Haven.
The injured driver fell out of the cab and that's when his attacker jumped into the driver's seat and drove away.
The cabbie survived and is recovering in the hospital.
If you recognize the suspect, call the police.
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