A man in his 40s was slashed in a brutal attack on London Road last Sunday evening.
Man Charged After Machete Attack
Darryl Francis Ball, 46, with no fixed address, now faces serious charges. Police have charged him with wounding with intent under Section 18 and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place.
Victim Suffers Serious Neck Injury
The victim sustained a serious but non-life-threatening neck injury during the isolated incident at around 5.40pm on April 23. Police quickly sealed off the area with a cordon.
Witness Describes Shocking Fight
A witness told officers they saw two homeless men clashing on London Road, with one struck on the neck by a machete.
Charged Man Remanded in Custody
Ball appeared at Southampton Magistrates Court on April 25, where he was remanded in custody. He is set to appear at Southampton Crown Court on May 26.
