Two Men Face Charges Regarding Heathrow Alleged Pepper Spray Attack
Two men have been charged related to a luggage theft where a substance thought to be pepper spray led to people being hurt at the UK's busiest airport.
Tyrone Richards, 31, and Anton Clarke-Butcher, 24, have both been charged with two robbery charges and charges for administering a noxious substance, according to official statements.
These accusations come after an probe of an attack at the parking structure at Heathrow's Terminal Three on the weekend. Before the assault occurred, two women were robbed of their luggage taken after getting out of a car park lift, authorities reported.
A toddler was caught up in the incident in the event. A total of five individuals went to hospital for treatment and were eventually allowed to go home.
This event – described by police as was a standalone event and not considered a terror-related act – resulted in train delays and the temporary blocking of the Central Terminal Area tunnel and the T3 parking area for a limited duration.
