Chemical substance thrown over woman in Otley

Police are investigating after a chemical substance was thrown on a woman who was walking through Otley.

The woman was in Billams Hill at around 10pm on Saturday, April 18, when a liquid was thrown at her.

She suffered reddening to her face and her clothing became discoloured, leading police to believe a "bleach-type substance" may have been used.

The woman reported that a car was passing her at the time of the incident.

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A West Yorkshire Police spokesman said: "Police are investigating a report of a woman having had liquid thrown at her in Billams Hill, Otley, at about 10pm on Saturday (18/4).

"The victim had reddening to her face and discolouration to her clothing suggesting a bleach-type substance may have been used.

"She reported a vehicle passing her at the time of the incident.

"Enquiries are ongoing and anyone with any information that could assist the investigation is asked to contact officers via 101 quoting crime reference 13200193852 or online via www.westyorkshire.police.uk/101livechat"

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