Two Charged Regarding Heathrow ‘Pepper Spray’ Assault
Two men have been charged following a suitcase robbery where a substance thought 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, as confirmed by court officials.
The charges follow an investigation into an attack at the parking structure at Terminal 3 on Sunday. Prior to the attack, two female travelers had their suitcases taken after getting out of a car park lift, according to law enforcement.
A toddler was among those injured during the incident. A total of five individuals were taken to a medical facility and were later discharged.
The incident – which authorities stated was a standalone event and not considered a terror-related act – resulted in train delays and the partial closure of the Central Terminal Area tunnel and the T3 parking area for a short time.
