Eight people hurt in Slough spray attack Published duration 17 July 2017

image copyright Google image caption The attack took place in the Britwell area of Slough

Eight people were taken to hospital after an "unknown substance" was sprayed through the window of a house.

A man wearing dark clothing sprayed the substance into a property on Skydmore Path in Slough before running away.

The victims - six females and two males ranging in age from 12 to 40 - were taken to hospital following the attack just after 17:00 BST on Sunday.

Thames Valley Police said it was not an acid attack.

South Central paramedics treated the victims for a range of issues, including breathing difficulties and vomiting.

They were taken to Wexham Park hospital in Berkshire as a precaution but did not suffer any serious injuries.

Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service also attended the scene.