Three-Year-Old Boy Horrifically Burned in Shocking Acid Attack
Police are hunting three men after a terrifying acid attack left a three-year-old boy badly burned in a Worcester shop. The incident took place yesterday afternoon, Saturday 21 July, at around 2.15pm inside Home Bargains on Shrub Hill Retail Park, Tallow Hill.
Child Suffers Serious Burns in Worcester Shop
The toddler was rushed to hospital with serious burns to his face and arm following the suspected acid assault. Authorities are treating it as a deliberate attack and have launched a full investigation, as the motive remains unclear.
Police Release Manhunt Photos – Do You Know Them?
Chief Superintendent Mark Travis appealed for public help, saying, “The incident will rightly shock the local community. We are carrying out a thorough investigation to identify those responsible.” He urged anyone who recognises the three men pictured by police to come forward immediately.
Suspect Arrested as Police Pursue Leads
A 39-year-old man from wolverhampton/" title="Wolverhampton" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Wolverhampton has been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit grievous bodily harm and remains in custody. Police continue to investigate the nature of the substance used and the full circumstances behind the attack.
How to Help Police Crack the Case
- If you have any information, call police on 999 quoting incident 442s of 21 July 2018.
- Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously at 0800 555 111.
Worcester locals are urged to stay vigilant and support the ongoing investigation into this horrific assault on a young child.
