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‘CS gas’ released on London Underground as police search for two men

Written by on 20/07/2019

Police are looking for two men after gas was released on a Tube train in London.

People were treated at the scene for coughing and lack of breath, police said.

Their symptoms suggest the gas is CS gas. There is no further concern for their health.

The incident happened at Oxford Circus.

British Transport Police received reports of the incident at 9.13am this morning, and have released CCTV images.

They say the people pictured may be able to help with their investigation.

:: Anyone who witnessed the incident, or who knows the identity of the men, is asked to contact BTP by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40 quoting reference 171 of 20/07/19.

(c) Sky News 2019: ‘CS gas’ released on London Underground as police search for two men