Manhunt for shoplifter who sprayed worker with 'burning substance'

Police launch manhunt for shoplifter who sprayed a ‘burning substance’ in the face of a Holland and Barrett worker

• The substance caused a ‘burning sensation’ to the worker’s skin, eyes and throat

Police have launched a manhunt for a shoplifter who sprayed a ‘burning substance’ in the face of a Holland and Barrett staff member. 

The brave shop assistant had challenged the man as he attempted to walk out of the store with a bag of items he hadn’t paid for. 

When staff took the stolen items from him he sprayed a worker in the face before leaving the shop at Victoria Station in London.  

The substance caused a ‘burning sensation’ to the worker’s skin, eyes and throat.

A picture of a man has been issued by British Transport Police (BTP) following the incident which took place at around 2.20pm on Wednesday, August 16. 

A picture of a man has been issued by British Transport Police (BTP) following an incident where a shoplifter sprayed a Holland and Barrett worker with a ‘burning substance’ 

When challenged a man who tried to steal from Holland and Barrett, he sprayed a worker in the face with a ‘burning substance’ before leaving the shop at Victoria Station (pictured) in London 

A BTP spokesperson said: ‘Officers believe the man in the image may have information that could help with their investigation.’

They added that anyone who may have witnessed the incident should contact them.  

Anyone who recognises the man in the picture can contact BTP by texting 61016, or by calling 0800 40 50 40. To remain anonymous, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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