A 76-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of administering poison to children at a summer camp, which led to eight kids being hospitalized as a precaution, Leicestershire Police said.

Police had reports concerning children feeling unwell at a summer camp on Sunday in Stathern, Canal Lane.

The eight children were taken to hospital as a precaution and have all been discharged.

The man was arrested at the camp on suspicion of administering poison/a noxious thing with intent to injure/aggrieve/annoy.

He is still in custody at the time of writing.

Police remain in Stathern today to carry out further enquiries and provide reassurance to families affected, as well as people living in the area.

Detective Inspector Neil Holden, the senior investigating officer, said: “We understand the concern this incident will have caused to parents, guardians and the surrounding community.

“We are in contact with the parents and guardians of all children concerned.

“Please be reassured that we have several dedicated resources deployed and are working with partner agencies including children’s services to ensure full safeguarding is provided to the children involved.

“We also remain at the scene to carry out enquiries into the circumstances of what has happened and to continue to provide advice and support in the area.

“This is a complex and sensitive investigation and we will continue to provide updates to both parents and guardians and the public as and when we can.”