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Perry Richardson

Early morning attack on Bootle taxi driver leads to FIVE arrests

Five men have been arrested in connection with an early morning assault on a taxi driver in Bootle.


The incident occurred on Friday, 30 August, shortly after 5.30am on Linacre Lane.

Police were alerted to the situation after receiving a report that three men had assaulted a taxi driver and stolen money from his cab.


The driver did not sustain any injuries during the altercation.


Following a swift investigation, officers tracked the suspects to an address in Walton. Five men were arrested at the scene.


They are currently being held on suspicion of a series of serious offences, including threats to kill, racially aggravated public order, affray with a weapon, and theft.

Merseyside Police are urging anyone with information related to this incident to come forward.


You can contact the social media desk via Twitter @MerPolCC or on Facebook at 'Merseyside Police Contact Centre', quoting reference 24000749439. Alternatively, anonymous tips can be provided through Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111. For emergencies, always dial 999.

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