Two Individuals Accused Regarding Heathrow ‘Pepper Spray’ Assault
Two individuals are now facing charges following a luggage theft where a believed to be irritant spray caused injuries at the major London air hub.
Tyrone Richards, 31, and Anton Clarke-Butcher, 24, are accused of two robbery charges and charges for administering a noxious substance, authorities have stated.
The charges follow an investigation into an assault at the multi-storey car park at Terminal 3 on Sunday. Before the assault occurred, two female travelers had their suitcases taken after getting out of a car park lift, authorities reported.
A toddler was among those injured in the event. A total of five individuals went to hospital for treatment and were later discharged.
The incident – which authorities stated was a standalone event and not being treated as terrorism – led to train delays and the partial closure of the Central Terminal Area tunnel and the T3 parking area for a short time.
