Orpington Block Evacuated After Chemical Attack on Woman
A woman was assaulted with a mysterious glue-like substance stuck to her door at Riverside Court, Orpington, triggering a major emergency response this Tuesday morning.
Woman Found Injured at Riverside Court
The incident happened at around 9.55am on January 23. Emergency crews found the woman with head injuries at the scene. She reported that a sticky chemical had been maliciously applied to her front door.
Fire Brigade Sweeps Building, Evacuates Flats
The London Fire Brigade quickly performed a full sweep and evacuated four flats as a safety precaution. Thankfully, they confirmed the substance posed no hazardous risk to residents.
Suspect Arrested, Investigation Ongoing
Police arrested a man at the scene on suspicion of assault and criminal damage. He remains in custody as detectives continue probing the incident.
Emergency Services Responded Swiftly
- Firefighters from Sidcup, Bexley, and Bethnal Green stations were on site.
- Riverside Court was partially cordoned off during the operation.
- The incident was wrapped up by 11.45am.
A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said: “Police were called at approximately 9.55am after a woman reported she had been assaulted and that a glue-like substance was put on her door in High Street, Orpington. Officers and London Ambulance Service attended, and the woman was treated for a head injury. Enquiries into the circumstances continue.”
A London Fire Brigade spokesperson added: “Firefighters were called just before 10am for a chemical incident. They conducted a sweep, evacuated four flats, and the situation was resolved by 11.44am.”
Local residents and emergency teams continue to work together to ensure everyone’s safety following this shocking chemical assault.
