Tractor driver arrested for driving through flood water in Tenbury Wells to help worker's child

birminghammail.co.uk November 27, 2024, 05:01 PM UTC

A tractor driver arrested for driving through flood water in Tenbury Wells reportedly did so to help a worker reach their child. The incident caused damage to several properties during severe flooding from Storm Bert. Footage of the tractor sparked outrage, leading to the man's arrest on suspicion of criminal damage and dangerous driving. He has since been released on bail. A friend of the driver stated he regrets the incident and is cooperating with police and his insurance company to address the damage caused.


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