Two police officers from Liverpool LAC treated for nausea after being exposed to unknown substance

TWO police officers were treated for nausea and irritation to their upper respiratory system after being exposed to an unknown substance at Liverpool Police Station on the weekend.

Two police officers from Liverpool LAC were taken to hospital after being exposed to an unknown substance. Picture: Melvyn Knipe

TWO police officers were treated for nausea and irritation to their upper respiratory system after being exposed to an unknown substance at Liverpool Police Station on the weekend.

Specialist police, a hazmat crew and NSW Ambulance paramedics were called to the police station on George St, in Liverpool, shortly before 7pm on Saturday.

Forensic police are analysing the substance. Picture: Melvyn Knipe

Liverpool local area command’s crime manager, Detective Inspector Dean Johnstone, confirmed two officers were taken to Liverpool Hospital for observations and treatment due to exposure to the substance.

Specialist police, a hazmat crew and paramedics were at the scene. Picture: Melvyn Knipe

They suffered nausea, irritation to their upper respiratory system and eye irritation, he said.

“The substance is currently being analysed by forensic police. Until this is completed, we cannot make any comment,” Det Insp Johnstone said.

“Forensic specialist(s) will determine how the substance will be treated following in depth analysis.”

The police station remained operational while emergency services responded to the situation.