Emergency services were called to a property on Capsian Walk, Beckton, just after 9 p.m. on Friday following reports of a liquid substance being thrown at an individual. The property, known to be an Airbnb, had previously suffered fire damage in an unrelated arson incident. Neighbours say the proeprty burnt to the ground.
Paramedics from the London Ambulance Service arrived promptly to treat the victim, although the type of substance and the extent of injuries remain unconfirmed. Police cordoned off the area as shocked residents looked on, expressing concerns over safety.
Shocked residents gathered near the scene as police cordoned off the area and began an investigation. Eyewitnesses reported seeing emergency response vehicles swiftly descend on the property, heightening concerns over safety in the neighbourhood.
One local resident, who asked not to be named, expressed disbelief: “It’s unsettling that something like this could happen, especially in a property that has already had its fair share of trouble.”
We have reached out to the Metropolitan Police and the London Ambulance Service for additional statements regarding the incident. Further details will be provided as the investigation continues.
