A 53-year-old man has this afternoon been arrested in the Erdington area this afternoon on suspicion of a racially aggravated public order offence. The victim is being spoken to by officers and the investigation continues.
Police are aware of a video circulating online that shows a taxi driver being racially abused
Officers have been in touch with the taxi driver this morning (4 June) and have made an appointment to see him as soon as possible. In the meantime our efforts to trace the passenger are ongoing.
Anyone with information is urged to please contact West Midlands Police via Live Chat at http://west-midlands.police.uk 8am – midnight or call 101 anytime.
We understand that experiencing a hate crime is extremely distressing and upsetting. We are proud to police our diverse communities and will take action against those who commit a hate crime.