Wolverhampton Poundland worker sprayed with bleach by shopper
A Poundland worker had bleach sprayed in her eyes by a shopper – after she asked him not to push into a queue.
Police said she was 'lucky to escape serious injury' after the serious assault in the store.
She suffered burning and reddening to her eyes and body after the attack.
Officers said the victim had asked the male shopper to rejoin his correct place in the queue after he had pushed to the front.
But he responded by spraying bleach into the 24-year-old worker's eyes – then poured the remaining liquid over her head.
Police have now launched an appeal to identify the suspect.
Psychological impact
The incident took place on Friday, January 5 at the Poundland store in Wolverhampton's Wulfrun Centre, just after 2.45pm.
Det Con David Firth said: “Our investigations so far suggest that the incident occurred as the woman, who was working in the store at the time of the attack, requested that the man re-join his correct place in the queue after appearing to push to the front.
“Had it not been for the quick thinking of her colleagues her injuries could have been a lot worse.
"They encouraged her to remove her damaged clothing and rinse the affected areas of skin.
“While her physical injuries will heal, we are certainly not underestimating the psychological impact this incident has had."
Police have today released an image of a man they would like to speak to. He is described as white, with short dark hair and stubble.
He is around 5ft 6in tall and slim.
Anyone who recognises the man or has information about what happened should call DC Firth on Force CID by calling 101 ext 871 3123.
Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 11, quoting quote crime reference 20WV/3678V/18.
