A man has been hospitalized following an acid attack outside a McDonald's restaurant, described by authorities as a 'hazmat incident.' Emergency services were dispatched to the fast-food outlet in Ashton town center, Greater Manchester, yesterday afternoon.
Details of the Incident
Police responded to a call at approximately 4 p.m. regarding a hazardous materials incident at a business premises on Warrington Road, Ashton-Under-Lyne. A man in his 30s was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Fortunately, his injuries are not considered life-threatening or life-changing, according to Greater Manchester Police.
Two men, aged in their 40s and 50s, have been arrested on suspicion of assault and remain in police custody. Authorities have stated that there is no believed risk to the wider public, and a scene remains in place as investigations continue.
Previous Acid Attack in East London
This incident follows a similar attack in October, when two boys were taken to hospital after acid was thrown during a fight in east London. Emergency services were called to Walthamstow High Street after reports of two groups of boys fighting. A corrosive chemical was thrown, and the boys were treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
Greater Manchester Police urge anyone with information about the Ashton attack to come forward. The investigation is ongoing.
