Two teenagers have been arrested after footage of a large chair being hurled from the third floor of a London shopping centre went viral on social media.
In the video, initially posted on Snapchat, a hooded boy appears to throw the seat from a balcony approximately 120 feet high, as shoppers are seen darting out of the way.
The disturbing footage captures the immediate chaos and the seemingly unfazed reaction of the person filming.
A voice is heard saying: “There’s no way this guy’s doing it. Oh my god.”
Pictures from the incident at Stratford and a stock image of the shopping centre
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After the blue seat smashes to the ground, narrowly missing an innocent shopper, the individuals involved are seen running away through the centre while shouting and laughing.
Towards the end of the clip, one of the individuals is heard expressing disbelief about the incident.
The video has gone viral on social media, prompting widespread outrage as viewers described the incident as “horrific”.
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Newham MPS is now investigating the seat throwing incident, with two teenagers, aged 14 and 16, being arrested in connection with the incident.
The two teens are being held on suspicion of criminal damage, and investigations are ongoing.
Newham MPS have encouraged anyone who may have further information to contact the police ref: CAD 5623/04Mar.
Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit http://crimestoppers-uk.org