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Acid Attack at London School Leaves Girl with Life-Changing Injuries

Police are searching for a masked male suspect after an attack outside Westminster Academy hospitalizes three people.

  • A 14-year-old girl sustained potentially life-changing injuries in the attack and remains in hospital.
  • A 16-year-old boy and a 27-year-old staff member were also injured but have non-life-threatening injuries.
  • The attack occurred on Alfred Road, Westbourne Park, as students and staff were leaving Westminster Academy.
  • Police describe the suspect as a tall, slim black male wearing dark clothing and a mask, who fled on an e-scooter.
  • The school has moved to online lessons and is providing support to affected students and staff.
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