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Hampshire Police charge two men over acid attack

Two brothers have been charged by police investigating an acid attack on a mother-of-six during a night out.

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They were wanted after a horrific attack on 37-year-old Carla Whitlock in Guildhall Square near Turtle Bay restaurant.

Ms Whitlock, 37, has since been discharged but she has been told she may not regain the sight in her right eye.

Both men are due to appear at Southampton Magistrates’ Court on Thursday.

Geoffrey Midmore has been charged with grievous bodily harm and conspiracy to commit grievous bodily harm with intent.

Billy Midmore, Sheephouse Way, Old Malden, has been charged with conspiracy to commit grievous bodily harm.

A 33-year-old woman, also arrested in connection with the incident, was released on bail.

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Hampshire Constabulary said officers have until tonight to continue to question the two men.

Billy and Geoffrey Midmore