What happened next lasted only seconds.
But the consequences would last a lifetime.
A Devastating Attack
According to investigators, a man later identified as David Phillips approached Christopheros’ home carrying concentrated sulphuric acid.
Without warning, the corrosive liquid was thrown directly at him.
The effects were immediate and horrific.
As the acid made contact, it began burning through clothing and skin. The pain was indescribable. In a matter of moments, what had been an ordinary evening became a desperate fight for survival.
Emergency services rushed to the scene while those around him struggled to comprehend the severity of the injuries.