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February 11th, 2024 
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A 38-year-old woman has been charged with two counts of attempted murder after two children were victims of a suspected poisoning.
Jilumol George of Hunters Way appeared at Brighton Magistrates’ Court today, where she was charged with two counts of attempted murder and two counts of administering poison with intent to endanger life or inflict grievous bodily harm.
She had been found alongside the youngsters, aged nine and 13, at an address in Uckfield, East Sussex, on Thursday, and was subsequently arrested on suspicion of administering a noxious substance/poison to cause injury.
The three victims are understood to be in a stable condition after being rushed to hospital for treatment.
Ms George has been remanded in custody to appear at a crown court on March 8.
A force spokesman said: ‘A woman has been charged with attempted murder following a suspected poisoning in Uckfield.
Emergency services were called to an address in Hunters Way at 6.30am on Thursday (February 8).
‘A 38-year-old woman and two children, aged 9 and 13, were located inside the property and taken to hospital for treatment.
‘Following inquiries, Jilumol George, 38, of Hunters Way, Uckfield, was arrested and charged with two counts of attempted murder and two counts of administering poison with intent to endanger life or inflict grievous bodily harm.
‘She appeared before Brighton Magistrates’ Court on Saturday (February 10) and was remanded in custody to appear before a crown court to be fixed on Friday 8 March.’
Chief Inspector Mark Evans said: ‘I want to reassure the local community that this is an isolated incident and we are not looking for anyone else in connection with it.
‘This is a fast-moving investigation and there will be an increased police presence in the area over the next few days, however, I am satisfied there is no wider risk to the public.’
Town councillor Dan Manvell, told The Independent that this is a ‘worrying’ incident that is unusual for the area.
He said: ‘It is obviously something which doesn’t usually happen in Uckfield.
‘Nothing more than low level antisocial behaviour occurs here, so this is worrying.
‘It looks like an isolated incident but I’m sure it is upsetting for all those involved, including the family. I hope they get better soon.’
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