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Meghan And Prince Harry Looked Nervous, Says New York taxi driver
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Sukhcharn Singh, also known as Sonny, shared his experience with the BBC, stating that he picked up Harry and Meghan at a local police precinct in Midtown Manhattan.
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According to Harry and Meghan's spokesperson, the couple endured a relentless pursuit for over two hours, but Mr Singh did not consider it a dangerous chase by paparazzi.
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Mr Singh, wearing a navy blue shirt, spoke to reporters outside his family's home in Queens, describing the headline-making drive.
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He mentioned that he was hailed by a security guard while on 67th Street, and Prince Harry and his wife quickly entered his cab.
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Their journey was interrupted when a garbage truck blocked their way, and paparazzi began taking pictures.
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The security guard made the decision to return to the police precinct, leaving Harry and Meghan unable to reveal their destination.
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Mr Singh noted that they appeared nervous, possibly indicating that they had been chased throughout the day.
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Despite their anxiety, he praised the security guard for his vigilance.
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In a statement, Harry and Meghan's spokesperson referred to the incident as a near-catastrophic car chase, confirmed by the New York police, who stated that photographers made their transportation challenging.
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An anonymous paparazzi driver mentioned the tension and various maneuvers employed to impede their pursuit.
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Photo agency Backgrid USA received photos from photographers involved, including those in cars and one on a bicycle, and stated that there were no near-collisions.
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The agency emphasized the photographers' professional responsibility to cover newsworthy events and public figures like Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
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The couple had been attending the Ms Foundation Women of Vision Awards in New York with Meghan's mother, Doria Ragland.
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Seeking shelter from the paparazzi, they sought refuge at a Manhattan police station, where Mr Singh picked them up.
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During the few minutes they spent in Mr Singh's car, he did not perceive any immediate danger.
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Dismissing the statement's exaggeration, Mr Singh expressed confidence in the safety of New York City, with its numerous police stations and officers.
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Mr Singh stated that the paparazzi were not aggressive during their drive, merely following them at a distance.
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He described Harry and Meghan as nice people and mentioned that they exchanged pleasantries and inquired about his name.
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As they left the cab, the security guard paid and tipped Mr Singh, who considered the ride a great experience.
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Mr Singh, who had previously picked up other celebrities, including Keith Richards, continued his day of ferrying passengers after speaking to reporters.