Two boys arrested after acid thrown at police officer
TWO boys have been arrested after a police officer was attacked with acid.
The incident happened in Billet Road, Walthamstow on Monday (July 3) just before 7.30pm.
An officer in a marked car had responded to reports of teenagers behaving antisocially and driving dangerously on mopeds.
The attack happened in Billet Road, Walthamstow. Pic Google Maps.
The car was approached by the group and acid was thrown through the window. The officer was not injured in the attack which left his uniform stained.
Two teenagers are being questioned at an east London police station.
Forensic tests will be carried out as part of the investigation. Police are continuing their enquiries.
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