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Arrest after CS gas found in Heathrow evacuation

Arrest after CS gas found in Heathrow evacuation

Summary

A man was arrested after a can of CS gas caused the partial evacuation of Heathrow Airport's Terminal 4. About 20 people were treated for irritation, and the police confirmed the incident was not related to terrorism. The terminal reopened a few hours later, and the impact on flights was minimal.

Key Facts

  • A man was arrested for having CS gas and causing a public disturbance at Heathrow Airport.
  • Terminal 4 was partly evacuated on Monday evening, affecting hundreds of people.
  • Police found a CS spray can, which caused irritation to some people at the airport.
  • London Ambulance Service treated and released 20 people who experienced irritation.
  • Police said the incident was not related to terrorism.
  • The airport reopened a few hours after the evacuation.
  • Flight operations at Terminal 4 faced minimal disruption during the evacuation.
  • Police are continuing their investigation, and the suspect is in custody.

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