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.