Two men have been charged in connection with a suitcase robbery where a suspected irritant spray caused injuries at the UK's busiest airport.
Tyrone Richards, 31, and Anton Clarke-Butcher, 24, are accused of two counts of robbery and charges for using a harmful chemical, according to official statements.
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 luggage taken after exiting a car park lift, according to law enforcement.
A toddler was caught up in the incident in the event. A total of five individuals went to hospital for treatment and were subsequently released.
The incident – described by police as was isolated and not considered a terror-related act – caused train delays and the partial closure of the Central Terminal Area tunnel and the T3 parking area for a limited duration.
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