Ex-Russian spy, daughter poisoned by nerve agent in 'targeted' act, British authorities say
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A former Russian spy and his daughter were poisoned by a nerve agent in a "targeted" act,
British authorities revealed Wednesday.

Metropolitan Police Assistant Commissioner Mark Rowley said a police officer who came into contact with the substance that sickened Sergei Skripal, 66, and his 33-year-old daughter, Yulia, also fell ill, collapsed, and is in "serious condition."

Rowley said authorities are "working closely with a wide range of specialists" to determine the exact nerve agent involved.