Bleach Attack Sparks Chaos at Broadway Market, Hackney
Emergency crews swarmed Broadway Market in Hackney after a shocking liquid assault on Thursday afternoon, November 14. Police, paramedics, and the London Ambulance Service rushed to the scene shortly after 2pm following reports that a man was doused with a suspicious substance believed to be bleach.
Market Stalled as Police Launch Probe
Broadway Market, usually buzzing with shoppers and visitors, was swiftly cordoned off amid mounting panic. Witnesses described total gridlock as officers worked to secure the area and investigate. The number of victims remains unclear, but the man treated at the scene declined further hospital care, according to a London Ambulance Service spokesperson.
Police Urge Public for Information
A Met Police spokesman confirmed: “Police were called at about 1:40pm to reports of an assault involving a substance, believed to be bleach, being poured onto a man. The victim was treated at the scene. No arrests have been made. Enquiries continue.”
Authorities are appealing to anyone with information to come forward and assist with the investigation.
