By GB News (World News) | Created at 2024-11-30 10:24:27 | Updated at 2024-11-30 12:50:38
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Two teenagers have been arrested after an alkaline attack saw two police officers taken to hospital.
The two boys, aged 14 and 16, were detained on suspicion of possession of a corrosive substance in a public space and conspiracy to commit grievous bodily harm.
The British Transport Police noticed the teens acting suspicious at Surbiton railway station in south-west London late afternoon yesterday.
They were then exposed to the chemical substance believed to be alkaline, and rushed to hospital.
The incident occurred at Surbiton station
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Their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening or life changing.
The 16-year-old was also taken to hospital as a precaution.
Seven other officers who tried to assist required assessment by paramedics. .
A spokesperson from the BTP said: “Officers from British Transport Police were at Surbiton railway station today at around 4.20pm when they spotted two people acting suspiciously.
“As officers engaged with the people, they were exposed to a substance believed to be alkaline.”
The spokesperson added: “Seven other officers, including two officers from the Metropolitan Police, were checked at the scene by paramedics.”
The BTP said they are not looking for anyone else in connection.
“Enquiries are ongoing,” said the spokesperson.
The incident caused major disruptions (stock image)
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The incident caused major disruptions - the station was closed and trains were not able to stop there for three hours.
The London Fire Brigade attended the scene to ensure the area was safe.
South Western Railway said the disruption lasted until around 10pm.
At the time, a SWR spokesperson said: “Due to emergency services dealing with an incident between Surbiton and Woking all lines are blocked. Trains may be cancelled, delayed or revised because of this problem.”
