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A 38-year-old girl has been charged with two counts of tried homicide after two kids have been victims of a suspected poisoning in East Sussex.

Emergency companies have been known as to a home in Hunters Way in Uckfield at round 6.30am on Thursday, the place the 2 kids, aged 9 and 13, and a girl, aged 38, have been taken to hospital for therapy.

Following an investigation, Jilumol George, of Hunters Way, now faces tried homicide prices and two counts of administering poison with intent to hazard life or inflict grievous bodily hurt.

She appeared at Brighton Magistrates’ Court on Saturday was remanded in custody to look at a crown courtroom on March 8.

A pressure spokesman stated: “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 stated: “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.”

Dan Manvell, councillor for the city’s north ward, advised The Independent: “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.”