One of the Three men arrested has been charged following Acid attack robberies on several taxi drivers
Reggie Sime, aged 19, of Notte Street, Plymouth, Devon, has been charged with:
These charges relate to the following four offences:
The other two men, a 40-year-old man from Watford and a 19-year-old man from Stevenage are subject to strict bail conditions and are due to attend Watford police station on Tuesday 27 October.
A 15-year-old boy from Watford was also arrested in connection with the investigation and was released under investigation while enquiries continue.
Police labs confirmed the liquid used in the attacks was a mixture of bleach and ammonia.
WatfordLondon has found out that one of the Taxi drivers who worked in Kingswood has taken a break and fears continuing the job.
Watford Chief Inspector Ian Grout said: “Sime is the fourth person arrested in connection with this robbery series and we are pleased to have achieved a charging decision. We know that these incidents were understandably frightening for the victims, resulting in uncertainty for the town’s taxi driver community.
“They have given us fantastic support in our investigation and we hope this result has provided them with much-needed reassurance because everyone deserves to feel safe while at work.
“All the affected drivers were taken to hospital as a precaution but one is still receiving treatment for injuries to his eyes, which could sadly affect his livelihood. Our enquiries have since established that the liquid was a mixture of bleach and ammonia.”
Elected Mayor of Watford Peter Taylor said: “These incidents are deeply frightening for the taxi drivers affected and my thoughts are with them. People should be able to go about their daily business free from any fear of violence or loss of their livelihood.
“I am pleased that through the proactive work of the police a person has been charged in connection with these offences. We will not tolerate criminal activity in our town and we will continue to work with the local police to keep the town safe for everyone.”
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