Police in the United Kingdom said on Friday (February 10) that a man who attacked a woman and her two daughters with a corrosive substance likely jumped into the Thames river and drowned. Jon Savell, Metropolitan Police commander said that main working hypothesis was that the suspect, Abdul Ezedi, had "gone into the water".

Previously, the police had warned members of the public that if they come across Ezedi (35), they should not approach him. The convicted sex offender, originally from Afghanistan had suffered severe damage to his own face in the chemical attack.

He attacked the 31-year-old woman and her daughters nine days ago and was on the run. The woman, who he attacked along with her daughters aged eight and three, remains in a hospital in a sedated state. She may lose sight of her right eye.

The attack took place in Clapham areas of south London. Ezedi was last seen on Chelsea Bridge.

"We have looked at all of the available cameras and angles, and... there is no sighting of him coming off the bridge," detective superintendent Rick Sewart told reporters.

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Sewart added that in the video, Ezedi can be seen walking on bridge and then appeared to "lean over the railings", The cameras lose sight of the man at this point.

When asked if he can confirm Ezedi was dead, Sewart said,"I'm prepared to say that he's gone into the water and if he's gone into the water then that's the most probable outcome."

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At the time of the attack, passerbys rushed to help the woman and her daughters. The police praised these people who 'bravely' helped the survivours.

Attacks using corrosive substances including acid saw a peak in the year 2017 when 941 cases were reported. Although the incidents have declined, the UK continues to battle such cases.

A spike in such incidents was seen in the year 2022.

(With inputs from agencies)

Police in the United Kingdom said on Friday (February 10) that a man who attacked a woman and her two daughters with a corrosive substance likely jumped into the Thames river and drowned.

Police in the United Kingdom said on Friday (February 10) that a man who attacked a woman and her two daughters with a corrosive substance likely jumped into the Thames river and drowned. Jon Savell, Metropolitan Police commander said that main working hypothesis was that the suspect, Abdul Ezedi, had "gone into the water". Previously, the police had warned members of the public that if they come across Ezedi (35), they should not approach him. The convicted sex offender, originally from Afghanistan had suffered severe damage to his own face in the chemical attack. He attacked the 31-year-old woman and her daughters nine days ago and was on the run. The woman, who he attacked along with her daughters aged eight and three, remains in a hospital in a sedated state. She may lose sight of her right eye. The attack took place in Clapham areas of south London. Ezedi was last seen on Chelsea Bridge. "We have looked at all of the available cameras and angles, and... there is no sighting of him coming off the bridge," detective superintendent Rick Sewart told reporters. Watch |UK: Measles cases soar to 465, at highest levels than 2013 × Sewart added that in the video, Ezedi can be seen walking on bridge and then appeared to "lean over the railings", The cameras lose sight of the man at this point. When asked if he can confirm Ezedi was dead, Sewart said,"I'm prepared to say that he's gone into the water and if he's gone into the water then that's the most probable outcome." Also Read | Two dogs that fatally attacked UK grandmother identified as XL bullies At the time of the attack, passerbys rushed to help the woman and her daughters. The police praised these people who 'bravely' helped the survivours. Attacks using corrosive substances including acid saw a peak in the year 2017 when 941 cases were reported. Although the incidents have declined, the UK continues to battle such cases. A spike in such incidents was seen in the year 2022. (With inputs from agencies)

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Known for her elegant sarees in the House of Lords, the teacher and politician was a life peer as Baroness Flather of Windsor and Maidenhead in Berkshire.

As the Lifetime President of the Memorial Gates Council, she was instrumental in the creation of the iconic Memorial Gates at Hyde Park Corner in London as a tribute to the war efforts made by some 5 million Commonwealth soldiers during the World Wars.

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"Baroness Flather was a trailblazer, having been appointed as the first UK Asian Woman Justice of the Peace, Mayor and Baroness. She worked tirelessly for women's and girls' rights, and served the South Asian community in the UK," reads a family statement.

"She will be much missed for her sense of humour, plain speaking, and commitment to a range of causes linked to race, immigration and dignity of dying. She will be remembered especially for founding and setting up the Memorial Gates in central London dedicated to the memory of non-white soldiers from the Commonwealth who fought in the two great wars,"&nbsp;it notes.

Lord Karan Bilimoria, Chair of the Memorial Gates Council, expressed his sadness at the passing away of Baroness Flather the "driving force" behind the memorial and someone he knew for 30 years for breaking "one glass ceiling after another."

"I will always be grateful to her as she was the person who brought me into Parliament for the first time when she started an initiative called Asian Link', which brought in young Asians to events she organised with Cabinet ministers speaking, at the House of Lords," shared Bilimoria in his tribute.

"She was a unique personality and a force of nature. Shreela was always proud of being Indian and Asian. She was an inspiration to me and to so many and paved the way for so many of us. She will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her,"&nbsp;he said.

Baroness Flather addressed a gathering of war veterans and diplomats annually at the gates opened in 2022 to mark Commonwealth Day in March.

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"It is 20 years since we opened these Memorial Gates, and I am gratified that, over that time, the awareness and appreciation of the huge contributions to our war efforts made by some 5 million Commonwealth soldiers is so much more widely shared," said Baroness Flather on March 14, 2022, in one of her final addresses.

"The war raging again on the continent of Europe makes it all the more poignant to recall such sacrifices in the past. We owe this to the memory of all Africans, West Indians, and Indians who fought for us in the two great wars. They knew which was the right side. I hope all Commonwealth countries, all democracies, remember that and come out on the right side today and not hide below the parapets,"&nbsp;she said, with reference to the Russia-Ukraine conflict at the time.

Prominent British-Indian peer Shreela Flather passed away after a short illness in the UK on Tuesday, her sons Marcus and Paul Flather said in a statement. She was 89.

Prominent British-Indian peer Shreela Flather passed away after a short illness in the UK on Tuesday, her sons Marcus and Paul Flather said in a statement. She was 89. Known for her elegant sarees in the House of Lords, the teacher and politician was a life peer as Baroness Flather of Windsor and Maidenhead in Berkshire. As the Lifetime President of the Memorial Gates Council, she was instrumental in the creation of the iconic Memorial Gates at Hyde Park Corner in London as a tribute to the war efforts made by some 5 million Commonwealth soldiers during the World Wars. ALSO READ | Cast From The Past: How cancer remains a royal constant in Britain "Baroness Flather was a trailblazer, having been appointed as the first UK Asian Woman Justice of the Peace, Mayor and Baroness. She worked tirelessly for women's and girls' rights, and served the South Asian community in the UK," reads a family statement. "She will be much missed for her sense of humour, plain speaking, and commitment to a range of causes linked to race, immigration and dignity of dying. She will be remembered especially for founding and setting up the Memorial Gates in central London dedicated to the memory of non-white soldiers from the Commonwealth who fought in the two great wars," it notes. Lord Karan Bilimoria, Chair of the Memorial Gates Council, expressed his sadness at the passing away of Baroness Flather the "driving force" behind the memorial and someone he knew for 30 years for breaking "one glass ceiling after another." "I will always be grateful to her as she was the person who brought me into Parliament for the first time when she started an initiative called Asian Link', which brought in young Asians to events she organised with Cabinet ministers speaking, at the House of Lords," shared Bilimoria in his tribute. "She was a unique personality and a force of nature. Shreela was always proud of being Indian and Asian. She was an inspiration to me and to so many and paved the way for so many of us. She will be greatly missed by everyone who knew her," he said. Baroness Flather addressed a gathering of war veterans and diplomats annually at the gates opened in 2022 to mark Commonwealth Day in March. ALSO READ | Prince Harry arrives in London, meets King Charles III after his cancer diagnosis "It is 20 years since we opened these Memorial Gates, and I am gratified that, over that time, the awareness and appreciation of the huge contributions to our war efforts made by some 5 million Commonwealth soldiers is so much more widely shared," said Baroness Flather on March 14, 2022, in one of her final addresses. "The war raging again on the continent of Europe makes it all the more poignant to recall such sacrifices in the past. We owe this to the memory of all Africans, West Indians, and Indians who fought for us in the two great wars. They knew which was the right side. I hope all Commonwealth countries, all democracies, remember that and come out on the right side today and not hide below the parapets," she said, with reference to the Russia-Ukraine conflict at the time.

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His parents, determined for him to "fit in," arranged extra drama lessons to eliminate any accent, Sunak told ITV News. He shared the challenges of feeling different, and instances of racism during his youth. Sunak was born to Indian-origin parents who migrated to Britain from Kenya in the 1960s.

In 2022, Sunak made history as Britain's first Indian-origin prime minister, a milestone that marked the culmination of his political journey within the governing Conservative Party.

He assumed leadership on Diwali after being elected by the party after a series of changes at the top. At 43, Sunak is the youngest British prime minister in two centuries and the first of Indian or Asian heritage.

<h2>Family's commitment to 'fitting in'</h2>

In the interview, Sunak discussed his parents' dedication to ensuring he and his siblings blended in seamlessly, highlighting his mother's emphasis on proper speech.

By sending him for extra drama lessons, Sunak's family aimed to eliminate any accent, striving to remove barriers associated with cultural differences.

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Sunak candidly expressed his consciousness of being different and revealed encounters with racism during his childhood.

He acknowledged the painful impact of racial slurs directed at his younger siblings, emphasising how racism "stings" and leaves lasting scars.

Sunak underscored his belief in the unacceptability of any form of racism, emphasising that when engaging with world leaders, the UK should serve as an example of combating discrimination.

Reflecting on his own experiences, he asserted that such incidents wouldn't happen to his children today.

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The British prime minister admitted that growing up, he never imagined an ethnic minority individual could become the prime minister due to the absence of role models. '

He sees his historic appointment as a testament to challenging norms and inspiring future generations.

Sunak noted that the UK is often looked upon as an example of successfully addressing racial issues, emphasising the nation's commitment to inclusivity and equality.

(With inputs from agencies)

Rishi Sunak, the Indian-origin prime minister of UK, opened up in an interview about how he experienced racism in childhood. His parents, determined for him to "fit in," arranged extra drama lessons to eliminate any accent, Sunak told ITV News.

Rishi Sunak, the Indian-origin prime minister of UK, opened up in an interview about how he experienced racism in childhood. His parents, determined for him to "fit in," arranged extra drama lessons to eliminate any accent, Sunak told ITV News. He shared the challenges of feeling different, and instances of racism during his youth. Sunak was born to Indian-origin parents who migrated to Britain from Kenya in the 1960s. In 2022, Sunak made history as Britain's first Indian-origin prime minister, a milestone that marked the culmination of his political journey within the governing Conservative Party. He assumed leadership on Diwali after being elected by the party after a series of changes at the top. At 43, Sunak is the youngest British prime minister in two centuries and the first of Indian or Asian heritage. Family's commitment to 'fitting in' In the interview, Sunak discussed his parents' dedication to ensuring he and his siblings blended in seamlessly, highlighting his mother's emphasis on proper speech. By sending him for extra drama lessons, Sunak's family aimed to eliminate any accent, striving to remove barriers associated with cultural differences. Also read | UK government to ban disposable vapes amid concerns over children’s health Sunak candidly expressed his consciousness of being different and revealed encounters with racism during his childhood. He acknowledged the painful impact of racial slurs directed at his younger siblings, emphasising how racism "stings" and leaves lasting scars. Sunak underscored his belief in the unacceptability of any form of racism, emphasising that when engaging with world leaders, the UK should serve as an example of combating discrimination. Reflecting on his own experiences, he asserted that such incidents wouldn't happen to his children today. Also watch | UK: PM Rishi Sunak's leadership on rocky ground The British prime minister admitted that growing up, he never imagined an ethnic minority individual could become the prime minister due to the absence of role models. ' He sees his historic appointment as a testament to challenging norms and inspiring future generations. Sunak noted that the UK is often looked upon as an example of successfully addressing racial issues, emphasising the nation's commitment to inclusivity and equality. (With inputs from agencies)

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In a shocking revelation, documents obtained by the Financial Times (FT) have exposed how Iran illicitly utilised Lloyds and Santander UK to move money worldwide, forming a vast sanctions-evasion scheme supported by Tehran's intelligence services. <o:p></o:p>

As per the FT report, the state-controlled Petrochemical Commercial Company (PCC) and its British subsidiary, PCC UK, have been under US sanctions since November 2018, accused of raising funds for the Iranian Revolutionary Guards Quds Force and collaborating with Russian intelligence agencies.<o:p></o:p>

Both banks allegedly provided accounts to British front companies secretly owned by PCC. <o:p></o:p>

Elaborate network and complicated web of front entities<o:p></o:p>

Despite being under US sanctions, PCC's UK division continued to operate from an office in Grosvenor Gardens, Belgravia, using a complex network of front entities in the UK and other countries. <o:p></o:p>

The Royal Air Force recently joined US airstrikes against Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen, further escalating tensions. <o:p></o:p>

The UK and US have recently imposed sanctions on what they call a "transnational assassinations network" overseen by Iranian intelligence. <o:p></o:p>

PCC has been accused of using UK companies to receive funds from Iranian front entities in China, concealing their ownership through trustee agreements and nominee directors.<o:p></o:p>

UK banks linked to Iranian front companies<o:p></o:p>

One of the implicated companies, Pisco UK, registered to a house in Surrey, allegedly received a transfer from a Chinese company named Black Tulip through a Santander account. <o:p></o:p>

Internal documents reveal Pisco UK's full control by PCC, contradicting its official ownership records.<o:p></o:p>

Another front company, Aria Associates, with an account in Lloyds, is officially owned by Mohamed Ali Rejal, the deputy chief executive of PCC UK. <o:p></o:p>

Emails show Rejal's involvement in directing funds and concealing PCC's association with the transactions.<o:p></o:p>

Banks respond and politicians react<o:p></o:p>

Santander stated it was unable to comment on specific client relationships but emphasised its focus on sanctions compliance, indicating that the bank had closed Pisco's account. <o:p></o:p>

Lloyds Banking Group also refrained from commenting on individual customers but claimed compliance with sanctions laws. <o:p></o:p>

Politicians, including Alicia Kearns and Liam Byrne, expressed concerns about the UK's failure to curb such activities on its soil, calling for stronger actions against IRGC-connected entities. <o:p></o:p>

David Asher, a former US state department official, criticised UK banks for continuing business with IRGC-connected entities, deeming it inconsistent with the stated policy towards the Iranian regime. <o:p></o:p>

Continued operations and international connections<o:p></o:p>

As PCC continued operations in the UK, it entered contracts for equipment procurement with a Turkish company, ASB, later sanctioned by the US for collaborating with senior IRGC officials. <o:p></o:p>

Audit reports for PCC UK from 2021 indicate significant trading balances with PCC in Iran, allowing it to persist despite western banks being blocked from conducting business with the company. <o:p></o:p>

PCC UK's Belgravia office is also revealed to be the registered address for NIOC International Affairs (London) Ltd, a division of Iran's US-sanctioned national oil company, implicated in financing IRGC and Iranian military activities.<o:p></o:p>

In a shocking revelation, documents obtained by the Financial Times (FT) have exposed how Iran illicitly utilised Lloyds and Santander UK to move money worldwide, forming a vast sanctions-evasion scheme supported by Tehran's intelligence services.

In a shocking revelation, documents obtained by the Financial Times (FT) have exposed how Iran illicitly utilised Lloyds and Santander UK to move money worldwide, forming a vast sanctions-evasion scheme supported by Tehran's intelligence services. As per the FT report, the state-controlled Petrochemical Commercial Company (PCC) and its British subsidiary, PCC UK, have been under US sanctions since November 2018, accused of raising funds for the Iranian Revolutionary Guards Quds Force and collaborating with Russian intelligence agencies. Both banks allegedly provided accounts to British front companies secretly owned by PCC. Elaborate network and complicated web of front entities Despite being under US sanctions, PCC's UK division continued to operate from an office in Grosvenor Gardens, Belgravia, using a complex network of front entities in the UK and other countries. The Royal Air Force recently joined US airstrikes against Iranian-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen, further escalating tensions. The UK and US have recently imposed sanctions on what they call a "transnational assassinations network" overseen by Iranian intelligence. PCC has been accused of using UK companies to receive funds from Iranian front entities in China, concealing their ownership through trustee agreements and nominee directors. UK banks linked to Iranian front companies One of the implicated companies, Pisco UK, registered to a house in Surrey, allegedly received a transfer from a Chinese company named Black Tulip through a Santander account. Internal documents reveal Pisco UK's full control by PCC, contradicting its official ownership records. Another front company, Aria Associates, with an account in Lloyds, is officially owned by Mohamed Ali Rejal, the deputy chief executive of PCC UK. Emails show Rejal's involvement in directing funds and concealing PCC's association with the transactions. Banks respond and politicians react Santander stated it was unable to comment on specific client relationships but emphasised its focus on sanctions compliance, indicating that the bank had closed Pisco's account. Lloyds Banking Group also refrained from commenting on individual customers but claimed compliance with sanctions laws. Politicians, including Alicia Kearns and Liam Byrne, expressed concerns about the UK's failure to curb such activities on its soil, calling for stronger actions against IRGC-connected entities. David Asher, a former US state department official, criticised UK banks for continuing business with IRGC-connected entities, deeming it inconsistent with the stated policy towards the Iranian regime. Continued operations and international connections As PCC continued operations in the UK, it entered contracts for equipment procurement with a Turkish company, ASB, later sanctioned by the US for collaborating with senior IRGC officials. Audit reports for PCC UK from 2021 indicate significant trading balances with PCC in Iran, allowing it to persist despite western banks being blocked from conducting business with the company. PCC UK's Belgravia office is also revealed to be the registered address for NIOC International Affairs (London) Ltd, a division of Iran's US-sanctioned national oil company, implicated in financing IRGC and Iranian military activities.

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The United Kingdom police have offered up to 20,000 pounds (approx. $25,266) for information leading to the suspected chemical attacker Abdul Ezedi, on Sunday (Feb 4). This comes after&nbsp;an extensive nationwide search operation failed to locate the man who injured several&nbsp;people in south London after allegedly throwing a “corrosive substance” at them.&nbsp;

<h2>What did the UK police say?</h2>

The police announced a reward of up to 20,000 pounds for information about Ezedi, 35, the suspect in a chemical attack on a 31-year-old woman and her two daughters in south London’s Clapham.

The attack took place on Wednesday (Jan 31) which, apart from the family injured&nbsp;three others as well as three police officers who went to help.&nbsp;

On Sunday (Feb 4), Metropolitan Police Commander Jon Savell said that the laboratory analysis of the substance used for the attack showed “a very strong concentrated corrosive substance, either liquid sodium hydroxide or liquid sodium carbonate”.&nbsp;

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The police are now comparing the substance with the containers seized from the&nbsp;35-year-old’s home in Newcastle, said Savell.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, the detectives working on the case said that the people who know where he is have yet to come forward and warned that anyone found assisting Ezedi would be arrested. They also believe that there are people concealing his location, reported the British media.&nbsp;

Savell also thanked the public for the dozens of calls already received and said, “Your help is critical.” He added, “I must warn anyone who is helping Ezedi to evade capture, if you are harbouring or assisting him then you will be arrested.”

In its recent updates about the case, the Met police also said that the suspect was last seen leaving Tower Hill Underground station on Wednesday at around 9:33 pm (local time).&nbsp;

According to British media reports, Ezedi arrived in the UK from Afghanistan in a lorry in 2016 and was granted refugee status by 2022 on this third attempt, apparently on the basis that he had converted to Christianity.

In 2018, he pleaded guilty to sexual assault and exposure charges but was not imprisoned.&nbsp;

<h2>About those injured</h2>

The 31-year-old woman, known to Ezedi, is in a critical but stable condition at a hospital and is said to have experienced life-changing injuries.&nbsp;

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Meanwhile, her daughters, aged three and eight, suffered injuries not “as serious as first thought.”

Three members of the public who came to the aid of the family have been discharged from the hospital with minor burns. Five police officers responding to the attack have also been treated and have now left the hospital.

(With inputs from agencies) 
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The United Kingdom police have offered up to 20,000 pounds (approx. $25,266) for information leading to the suspected chemical attacker Abdul Ezedi, on Sunday (Feb 4).

The United Kingdom police have offered up to 20,000 pounds (approx. $25,266) for information leading to the suspected chemical attacker Abdul Ezedi, on Sunday (Feb 4). This comes after an extensive nationwide search operation failed to locate the man who injured several people in south London after allegedly throwing a “corrosive substance” at them. What did the UK police say? The police announced a reward of up to 20,000 pounds for information about Ezedi, 35, the suspect in a chemical attack on a 31-year-old woman and her two daughters in south London’s Clapham. The attack took place on Wednesday (Jan 31) which, apart from the family injured three others as well as three police officers who went to help. On Sunday (Feb 4), Metropolitan Police Commander Jon Savell said that the laboratory analysis of the substance used for the attack showed “a very strong concentrated corrosive substance, either liquid sodium hydroxide or liquid sodium carbonate”. ALSO READ | Mysterious 'corrosive' substance leaves 9 people injured in south London The police are now comparing the substance with the containers seized from the 35-year-old’s home in Newcastle, said Savell. Meanwhile, the detectives working on the case said that the people who know where he is have yet to come forward and warned that anyone found assisting Ezedi would be arrested. They also believe that there are people concealing his location, reported the British media. Savell also thanked the public for the dozens of calls already received and said, “Your help is critical.” He added, “I must warn anyone who is helping Ezedi to evade capture, if you are harbouring or assisting him then you will be arrested.” In its recent updates about the case, the Met police also said that the suspect was last seen leaving Tower Hill Underground station on Wednesday at around 9:33 pm (local time). According to British media reports, Ezedi arrived in the UK from Afghanistan in a lorry in 2016 and was granted refugee status by 2022 on this third attempt, apparently on the basis that he had converted to Christianity. In 2018, he pleaded guilty to sexual assault and exposure charges but was not imprisoned. About those injured The 31-year-old woman, known to Ezedi, is in a critical but stable condition at a hospital and is said to have experienced life-changing injuries. ALSO READ | Who is Abdul Ezedi, suspect behind chemical attack in south London that injured nine? Meanwhile, her daughters, aged three and eight, suffered injuries not “as serious as first thought.” Three members of the public who came to the aid of the family have been discharged from the hospital with minor burns. Five police officers responding to the attack have also been treated and have now left the hospital. (With inputs from agencies)

UK: $25,000 reward offered for information on suspect behind Clapham chemical attack

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