Suspect apprehended for alleged tear gas discharge incident leading to partial evacuation at Heathrow Airport
Breaking News: Partial Evacuation at Heathrow Airport's Terminal 4 Due to Suspected CS Spray Incident
A suspected hazardous material incident at Heathrow Airport's Terminal 4 caused a partial evacuation on Tuesday. The incident, which involved CS spray, led to the closure of the departures area for approximately three hours.
According to reports, a 57-year-old man was arrested on Tuesday for allegedly possessing CS spray, which is considered a firearm in Britain. The man was also arrested on suspicion of causing a public nuisance. The police have stated that the incident is not believed to be terror-related.
CS spray, a synthetic irritant, is commonly used by police as tear gas. Approximately 20 people were treated by paramedics, but none were seriously injured. The police, firefighters, and ambulance crews responded to the incident.
No further information has been released about the man's current status in custody. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and it is believed to be related to the presence of CS gas. It is worth noting that in England, suspects are not named unless they are charged with a crime.
The incident at Terminal 4 caused the partial evacuation of the terminal. Passengers were asked to avoid the area as a precautionary measure. The airport authorities have assured that the situation is under control, and normal operations are expected to resume soon.
This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available. Stay tuned for further details.
