British police believe three-year-old boy was deliberately targeted in acid attack

A three‑year‑old boy suffered severe burns on his face and arm during a suspected acid attack in England that investigators think was deliberate.

Police Chief Superintendent Mark Travis said police were working to identify the substance that burned the child at a discount store in Worcester.

A 39‑year‑old man has been arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to cause grievous bodily harm.

Three others were being sought for questioning.

Do you recognise these men? We'd like to speak to them after a 3-year-old was injured in a suspected acid attack in Worcester. @CSuptMarkTravis said: "The incident will shock the community. We're carrying out an enquiries to identify those responsible."https://t.co/GfnQAhaIFp pic.twitter.com/CgxvOvekFX

— West Mercia Police (@WMerciaPolice) July 22, 2018

British police have reported seeing an increase in acid attacks during the last year, but it is very rare for a victim to be so young.

Most of the attacks have happened in London, but they have been reported in many parts of Britain.

The child attacked is hospitalized and he has not been identified.

[Source:TVNZ]