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Police issue appeal after tear gas released on London tube

Police in the UK have issued an appeal after gas was released on London tube train. British Trans...
Michael Staines
Michael Staines

15.40 20 Jul 2019


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Police issue appeal after tear...

Police issue appeal after tear gas released on London tube

Michael Staines
Michael Staines

15.40 20 Jul 2019


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Police in the UK have issued an appeal after gas was released on London tube train.

British Transport Police said the gas is believed to have been CS gas – a type of tear gas.

A number of passengers were treated at the scene for coughing and lack of breath.

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Police said there are no further concerns for their health.

Investigators said they believe the gas was used during a fight on the train – and have released images of a number of people they believe may be able to assist their investigation.

Tear gas An image released by British Transport Police.

The incident happened shortly after 9am this morning.

Anyone who can identify the people in the pictures is urged to contact British Transport Police.

Tear gas An image released by British Transport Police.

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