First Ever Injection Spiking Reported at Portsmouth Nightclub
Shock as the first injection spiking case hits Portsmouth. The incident was reported at 2.11am on Friday at Pryzm nightclub on Stanhope Road, right in the city centre.
Spike Scare Continues Across the City
This comes amid a surge in spiking cases locally. Since July, police have logged 18 separate spiking reports across the area, but this is the first involving an injection in Portsmouth.
Victim Taken to Hospital After Pinprick Attack
Hampshire Police revealed an 18-year-old woman felt tenderness and numbness after spotting a small pinprick injury on her arm. Officers rushed to the scene, and she was taken to Queen Alexandra Hospital as a precaution.
“It was reported to us that an 18-year-old woman had been assaulted at Pryzm Nightclub. The woman noticed a small injury consistent with a pinprick,” said Hampshire Police.
Ongoing Investigation and Call for Witnesses
The police are actively investigating the attack, working to establish exactly what happened. Anyone with information is urged to contact Hampshire Constabulary on 101, quoting reference 44210423993.
