Lockdown amid chemical fears as people fall ill 'after woman approached them with bag'
dailyrecord.co.ukA major incident is unfolding in Bath city centre over a possible chemical attack. Emergency services were called to an incident in Stall Street at around 2.30pm on Monday.A woman is said to have approached people with a bag, leading to some individuals becoming ill.
Witnesses say some members of the public have been stripped of all clothing, placed in hazmat suits and into the back of ambulances.The ambulance service was first on scene - alerting Avon and Somerset Police at 3.08pm.
According to locals, there are more than 20 emergency vehicles present - including 14 ambulance vehicles.In a statement, the force said: "Emergency services are responding to an incident in Bath."At about 2.30pm a woman approached people with a bag in Stall Street, leading to some individuals then feeling unwell.
The ambulance service made us aware at 3.08pm."We're not aware of any further reports of people feeling unwell. As a precaution, emergency personnel are wearing protective clothing.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.
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