Taxi driver who fled Southport attack has licence stripped

A taxi driver who fled the scene of a 2024 stabbing attack in Southport has had his licence revoked by the local council. The driver admitted to waiting 50 minutes before calling emergency services, citing panic.
Why it matters
The case highlights the professional and ethical responsibilities of public transport workers during emergency situations.
Image source, Facebook Image caption, Gary Poland said he could "still hear the screams" of the children he failed to help
The article reports on the inquiry findings and council actions objectively.
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