Officers investigating a suspected acid attack on a three-year-old boy in Worcester have charged five men with conspiracy to commit grievous bodily harm.
The 39-year-old from Wolverhampton, 41-year-old from Wolverhampton, 25-year-old from London, 26-year-old from London, and 22-year-old from London were all charged in connection with the alleged incident that occurred at 2.15pm on Saturday (21 July) at Home Bargains on Shrub Hill Retail Park, Tallow Hill, Worcester.
For legal reasons, the force has taken the decision not to name the defendants.
Following the incident the boy was taken to hospital with serious burns to his arm and face. He has since been discharged but the long-term implications of his injuries are unknown at this time.
The men will appear at Kidderminster Magistrates' Court this morning.
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