Police Hunt Three Witnesses After Brutal Southsea Assault
Officers probing a shocking assault on a woman at Southsea Common have released photos of three key witnesses they urgently want to speak to.
Victim Suffers Serious Head Injuries
The 20-year-old victim was attacked around 8.30pm on Wednesday, June 17. She was rushed to Queen Alexandra Hospital with severe head and facial injuries but has now been discharged.
Three Men Seen Near Scene May Hold Vital Clues
Detective Inspector Nicola Burton said: “We are keen to speak with the three men pictured as witnesses, as we believe they have vital information to help our enquiries.”
She added: “We believe the man in the first two images on the left to be the same person. This was a very serious assault where the victim suffered serious injuries. If you are pictured in any of these images, or you know who these people are, then I urge you to please contact us.”
Two Women Arrested Over Attack
Meanwhile, a 25-year-old woman from Cosham and a 22-year-old woman from central portsmouth/" title="Portsmouth" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Portsmouth have been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm. Both remain in custody.
If you have any information, call police on 101 quoting 44200219951. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
