Danger at South Yorkshire Station: Woman Leaves Acid-Filled Flask on Platform
Chaos broke out at a South Yorkshire train station on Friday, 18 March around 5.30pm when a woman jumped off a train and dumped a mysterious flask on the platform.
Acid Attack Scare Sparks Panic
Two men picked up the flask and opened it, releasing a strong, noxious smell. It turned out the liquid inside was hydrochloric acid — a highly dangerous chemical.
Station Evacuated and Shut Down
Emergency services rushed to the scene, evacuating the station and closing it for several hours to deal with the hazardous spill. Commuters were left stranded while hazmat teams worked to make the area safe.
Police Hunting Woman Over Acid Flask
British Transport Police are appealing for information. If you recognise the woman or know anything about the incident, contact BTP urgently:
- Text 61016
- Call 0800 40 50 40
- Quote reference: 475 of 18/03/22
- Or call anonymously on Crimestoppers: 0800 555 111
