A 76-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a suspected poisoning incident at a summer camp, which left eight children requiring urgent hospital treatment. The suspect was detained in a pub car park located three miles from the site of the alarming incident.
Emergency services were called to the camp after several children suddenly fell ill, displaying symptoms consistent with poisoning. The youngsters were swiftly transported to hospital, where they received medical attention. Authorities have not yet disclosed the nature of the substance involved.
The arrest occurred following a swift police investigation, with officers apprehending the elderly suspect in a nearby pub car park. The motive behind the alleged poisoning remains unclear, and investigations are ongoing.
Parents and local residents have been left shocked by the incident, with many expressing concern over the safety of children attending such camps. Police have reassured the public that this appears to be an isolated incident and there is no ongoing threat to the wider community.
Health officials are working closely with law enforcement to determine the exact cause of the children's sudden illness. The camp has been temporarily closed while authorities conduct their investigation.
