Appeal to identify offenders responsible for causing damage to Covid test delivery bus in Prenton

Published on
15 May 2021 - 14:48
Reference no
21000307254

Detectives are continuing to
appeal for information after criminal damage was caused to a Covid test
delivery bus in Prenton, Wirral last Thursday, 13 May. At around 2.05pm, reports
were received that a gang of youths had smashed the windows of the Wirral
council-owned bus, which had been delivering home Covid tests. The bus was on Beechwood Drive in Prenton
when the incident occurred. Three youths on a white, black and scooter,
believed to be aged between 14 and 18, and wearing dark clothing and balaclavas
are believed to have used a golf club to smash a number of windows. Nobody was injured but people on the bus were
left badly shaken. The scooter is believed to have made off in
the direction of Fender Way. An investigation is underway and enquiries are
being carried out in the local area.  High visibility patrols have also been stepped up in the area and extensive
CCTV and other enquiries are ongoing. DI Armbrustersaid: “We understand
and share the disgust that this incident has caused, both locally and further
afield. We’re continuing to investigate and would particularly like to appeal
to anyone who may have captured any CCTV, dashcam or other footage of the
suspects, either carrying out the offence itself, or making off in the
direction of Fender Way. We have set up a link through which footage and images
can be sent, which is .” “We are determined to find
those responsible and bring them to justice, so come forward with anything you
know and we’ll take action.  Speaking after the incident, Leader of Wirral
Council, Cllr Janette Williamson said: “I was shocked when I was told one of
our testing vehicles had been attacked.  "This mindless act of violence is beyond comprehension. There was
significant damage caused to the vehicle and the staff were badly shaken but
thankfully no-one was injured.  "I would like to thank the team for the way they dealt with this incident.
They are critical to our COVID-19 response and are on the frontline, helping to
keep residents safe. Their personal safety should never be under threat.” Anyone with information is asked to DM
@MerPolCC or @CrimestoppersUK on 0800 555 111 quoting reference 21000307254.

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