Police cars and bus damaged in Toxteth after fireworks thrown
Police cars and a bus were among items damaged
Eight people have been detained after reports of fireworks being thrown at cars in Toxteth on Bonfire Night.
Police were called to Croxteth Road/Princes Gate East at about 8pm last night to reports of young people throwing lit fireworks towards cars, setting fire to wheely bins, and blocking the road.
Three of those detained were taken into custody while the other five were escorted home.
Police cars and a bus were damaged, and one officer was left with a minor injury.
The force says it will continue to carry out patrols and check CCTV in the area to keep an eye on the situation.
Chief Inspector Duncan Swan, commander for this year’s Bonfire Night operation, said: "This reckless behaviour caused a great deal of distress to road users in the area, and resulted in damage to bins and vehicles, and an injury to one of our officers.
"Officers searched the area and located a total of eight people suspected of being involved. Three of these are now in custody for questioning, and a further five returned home.
"I’d urge anyone who was driving in the area and captured anything on dashcams to let us know, and I want to reassure those affected that we have dealt with the incidents and will remain in the area to provide visible presence and reassurance for the community.
"Such dangerous behaviour can cause danger and risk injuries, and we’ll investigate thoroughly to ensure all of those we can identify and brought to account."