Teenager charged with assault after traffic warden dragged from moped and beaten in the street

Police investigating a violent attack on a traffic warden have charged a 19-year-old man with assault.

Danyal Bashir, aged 19, from Hartopp Road, Alum Rock, Birmingham, has been bailed to appear at the city’s magistrates court on October 16, West Midlands Police said.

Another 20-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of robbery and released while the investigation continues.

The traffic warden was taken to hospital after being dragged from his moped and kicked in the back and head on Hartopp Road, at the corner with College Road, shortly after 5pm on Friday.

Detective Inspector Jim Church, who is leading the investigation, said the victim thankfully did not suffer any serious physical injuries.

The officer said: “We have had a fantastic response from members of the public.

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“We are working through the information we have received as a priority and anticipate we will be knocking on doors very shortly.”

A video of the attack had previously been circulated.

Detective Sergeant Tom Lyons said: “I was absolutely furious when I saw the footage.

“The level of violence used is truly shocking, and I know every right-minded person who views it will share that anger.”

Anyone with information can contact West Midlands Police via Live Chat at west-midlands.police.uk between 8am and midnight, or call 101 anytime or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.