UK: 76-Year-Old Arrested for Poisoning Children at Camp

A 76-year-old man has been arrested at a camp in Stathern, Leicestershire, northern England, suspected of poisoning children. Eight children required hospitalization as a precaution.

Police were informed on Sunday that several children were feeling unwell. Police and first responders examined the children and transported eight to the hospital. All have since been discharged.

The arrested man is suspected of administering a poison or harmful substance with the intent to cause harm. He remains in custody. Police are investigating the handling of the case.