A man has been arrested on suspicion of assaulting a taxi driver on Kings Heath High Street, following an incident that occurred on 23 November. The victim, a man in his 80s, sustained serious facial injuries during the attack, which took place at around 4:15 pm.
A video circulating on social media shows the taxi driver being assaulted by two men while he was opening the car boot for the passengers. The footage has gone viral, sparking concern among the local community, particularly among taxi drivers.
In response, the victim, accompanied by well-known social media personality Naveed, urged the community and younger generation to remain calm and trust the police to handle the investigation. They emphasised the importance of maintaining peace and allowing authorities to bring the perpetrators to justice.
Following ongoing enquiries, a 37-year-old man was detained on suspicion of assault on Sunday. He has since been released on police bail under strict conditions as the investigation continues.
The police are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. People can contact them via Live Chat or by calling 101, quoting crime reference number 20/978519/24.
This incident has sparked discussions around community safety and trust in the justice system, highlighting the need for unity during challenging times.