Three arrests after suspected Groves acid attack in York

Three people have been arrested after a suspected acid attack in The Groves, York, police said <i>(Image: PA)</i>
Three people have been arrested after a suspected acid attack in The Groves, York, police said (Image: PA)
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Three people have been arrested after a suspected acid attack in York.

A man reportedly had a corrosive substance thrown into his face in Townend Street in The Groves shortly after 6.30am on Wednesday, July 8, North Yorkshire Police said.

The force said the alleged victim was taken to hospital for treatment to injuries which are not believed to be life-threatening.

Townend Street in The Groves, York, where the alleged acid attack reportedly happened on July 8 (Image: Google)

A police spokesperson said on Tuesday (July 14): “Three people have been arrested following a suspected acid attack in York last week.

“We were alerted by the ambulance service shortly after 6.30am on 8 July following reports that a man had a corrosive substance thrown into his face on Townend Street.

“The victim was taken to a local hospital for treatment. His injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.”

Police said a 38-year-old man, a 44-year-old man, and a 23-year-old woman were arrested in connection with the incident. They have since been released on conditional bail while inquiries continue.

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