Girl, 14, hospitalised after suspected acid attack outside school

A 14-year-old girl has been hospitalised with potentially life-changing injuries after a suspected acid attack outside a school yesterday afternoon.

Met cops on patrol were flagged down by a member of staff at around 4.40pm, after a substance – believed to be acidic – was thrown at the schoolgirl and two others outside Westminster Academy in Alfred Road, Westbourne Park.

The girl remains in hospital with potentially life-changing injuries, police said.

A 16-year-old boy remains in hospital with non life-changing injuries, and a woman, aged 27, has been sent home from hospital after also being hurt in the attack.

Met officers, paramedics and London Fire Brigade crews attended the scene.

Two police officers were taken to hospital as a precaution after they reported feeling unwell.

A Met police spokesperson said: “Tests of the substance are ongoing. At this stage officers believe it to be acidic.

“Urgent inquiries are under way to identify and arrest those responsible.”

Westminster Academy is closed following the incident, with lessons taking place online and many staff working from home.

A number of crime scenes remain in place as investigations are carried out.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has information that could help police, should call 101 ref CAD 4987/30 Sept.

To remain 100 per cent anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Pictured top: Westminster Academy in Alfred Road, Westbourne Park (Picture: Google Street View)