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Woman taken to hospital after 'hazardous liquid' thrown at her in Glasgow's Buchanan Street

A woman was taken to hospital for treatment after a hazardous liquid was reportedly thrown at her in Scotland's busiest shopping street.

Police Scotland said it was alerted to the alleged incident involving a "harmful substance" in Glasgow's Buchanan Street at about 6.20pm on Sunday.

The force said emergency crews attended, and a 46-year-old woman was taken to hospital for treatment.

A 51-year-old woman has been arrested and charged in connection with the alleged assault.

The suspect is due to appear before Glasgow Sheriff Court on Monday.

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Chief Inspector Stephen McManus said: "We understand this was a worrying incident and thank the public for their assistance.

"Officers will be in the area and anyone with any concerns can approach them."

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