Milwaukee man arrested after allegedly stabbing a taxi driver, stealing his car and setting it on fire

  • Source: WDJT-TV CBS 58 Milwaukee
  • Published: 08/19/2019 06:38 PM

Police say a Milwaukee man is facing charges after allegedly stabbing a taxi driver in the neck, stealing his car and setting it on fire. Scott Perez, 34, is charged with attempted first degree intentional homicide, armed robbery, and arson of property. According to a criminal complaint, the victim was driving a private taxi on August 9 when he received a phone call from a man later identified as Perez, who claimed that his friend had recommended the driver's taxi service. He said he needed a ride to the airport and asked to be picked up at 37th and Lapham. The driver agreed, and met Perez at the location around 2 p.m, the complaint alleges. The victim told officers that he and Perez made friendly small talk during the drive, until Perez asked him if he had a wife or girlfriend.



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