Two Individuals Accused Regarding Heathrow ‘Pepper Spray’ Assault
Two individuals are now facing charges following a luggage theft where a suspected pepper spray caused injuries at London's Heathrow Airport.
Tyrone Richards, 31, and Anton Clarke-Butcher, 24, now face two counts of robbery and charges for administering a noxious substance, authorities have stated.
The charges follow an investigation into an attack at the multi-storey car park at Terminal 3 on the weekend. Before the assault occurred, two female travelers had their suitcases taken after exiting a car park lift, authorities reported.
A three-year-old girl was one of the people hurt in the event. Five people went to hospital for treatment and were later discharged.
This event – described by police as was a standalone event and not considered a terror-related act – led to disruptions to rail services and the temporary blocking of the main airport road tunnel and the T3 parking area for a brief period.
