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Two charged over suspected Heathrow pepper spray attack

Two charged over suspected Heathrow pepper spray attack

Summary

Two men have been charged in connection with a suitcase robbery at London's Heathrow Airport. During the robbery, a substance thought to be pepper spray caused injuries and led to delays and closures at the airport.

Key Facts

  • Two men, Tyrone Richards and Anton Clarke-Butcher, are charged with robbery and using a harmful substance.
  • The incident occurred in a car park at Terminal 3 of Heathrow Airport.
  • Two women were robbed of their suitcases shortly after exiting a car park lift.
  • A three-year-old girl was among the injured during the incident.
  • Five people were treated at a hospital and later released.
  • The Met Police stated the incident is isolated and not related to terrorism.
  • The event caused temporary train delays and partial closures at the airport.

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