Two Charged In Connection With Heathrow ‘Pepper Spray’ Assault

Two individuals are now facing charges related to a suitcase robbery where a substance thought to be irritant spray caused injuries at London's Heathrow Airport.

Tyrone Richards, 31, and Anton Clarke-Butcher, 24, have both been charged with two counts of robbery and charges for administering a noxious substance, according to official statements.

The charges follow an probe of an attack at the multi-storey car park at Terminal 3 on Sunday. Earlier that day, two female travelers had their luggage stolen after getting out of a parking garage elevator, according to law enforcement.

A three-year-old girl was among those injured in the event. Several persons went to hospital for treatment and were eventually allowed to go home.

This event – described by police as was a standalone event and not considered a terror-related act – resulted in disruptions to rail services and the temporary blocking of the Central Terminal Area tunnel and the Terminal 3 car park for a brief period.