A 35-year-old man has been arrested in west London on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm after a suspected acid attack outside Westminster Academy resulted in a 14-year-old girl sustaining potentially life-changing injuries. The Metropolitan Police confirmed the arrest on Thursday morning, with the man remaining in custody following the incident. The girl, who was briefly discharged by doctors, has returned to the hospital for further treatment for her injuries, while a 16-year-old boy involved has been discharged with less severe injuries.
Detective Superintendent Scott Ware described the events leading to the attack, stating that the two young victims were approached by a lone man outside the school who threw a substance at them before fleeing the scene. The 14-year-old girl’s injuries are being treated as potentially life-changing, and it may take time to determine the full extent of the damage. The boy’s injuries were less severe, and a school staff member also sustained injuries while providing first aid to the teenagers.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with authorities working diligently to piece together the events surrounding the attack. Despite the severity of the situation, the victims are receiving necessary medical attention, and the police are committed to bringing justice to those affected by this disturbing incident.