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Three Thame Pupils Hospitalized After Drinking Lab Chemical, Now Home as Police Review Case

Police are reviewing the case following the pupils' discharge.

Overview

  • The incident occurred last week at Lord Williams's School in Thame, Oxfordshire.
  • Headteacher Neil Dimbleby said three students stayed in hospital overnight after ingesting diluted copper sulphate taken from a laboratory.
  • All three pupils have been discharged and are now at home, according to the school.
  • Thames Valley Police were informed and are involved in the inquiry, though the force did not provide a public comment.
  • Local reports say pupils may have added the bright-blue solution to water bottles after a science lesson, and an anonymous source described parental dissatisfaction, including one parent contacting police.