Two boys arrested after unknown substance attack

Local police were called to reports of three boys being sprayed in the face with an unknown substance

Norfolk Police attended the incident
Author: Vicky HainesPublished 31st Jul 2025

Two teenage boys have been arrested following an incident on Rouen Road, Norwich yesterday afternoon (Wednesday 30 July 2025).

The incident happened at 3.24pm when police were called to reports of three boys being sprayed in the face with an unknown substance.

The road was closed whilst emergency services attended the scene, including ambulance and fire. Three boys were taken to hospital.

The road reopened at around 4.25pm.

Two teenage boys were both arrested on suspicion of actual bodily harm later that evening, and taken to Wymondham Police Investigation Centre for questioning, where they remain.

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