Taxi driver's car set on fire in Walsall

A taxi driver says he fears for his family's safety, after his car was set on fire outside his home in Walsall.

CCTV captured the moment a man poured petrol over the vehicle before setting it alight.

Mohammed Basharat was at home with his family when the arson attack took place.

The taxi driver, who uses the vehicle for work, says he has no idea why he was targeted and is even considering moving house to protect his family.

The attack, which happened in the early hours of Friday (7 February), also damaged a nearby home which caused the front door to melt.

West Midlands Police is investigating the incident and appealing for anyone with information to come forward.

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