Man sprayed with mystery chemical in shocking Lee-on-the-Solent attack
Detectives, police, fire specialists, and crime scene officers are working around the clock after a man was attacked with chemicals in Lee-on-the-Solent early this morning. The High Street, behind the Solent Funeral Directors, was sealed off just after 5am as emergency teams scrambled to the scene.
Neighbour’s scream alert sparks emergency rush
Neighbours raised the alarm after hearing the victim scream that he’d been attacked near the rear of the High Street. Paramedics and police stormed the area, while firefighters with specialist chemical detection gear from Hampshire Fire and Rescue’s DIM unit moved in to identify the liquid involved.
Details of the brutal assault emerge
Police confirm a 47-year-old man was assaulted at around 4am while leaving his home on the High Street. The attack involved two men, who threw an unknown liquid in his face.
The victim’s description of the suspects is detailed:
- Man 1: Tanned, 5ft 7in, medium build, dark hair, early 20s, wearing a blue/black tracksuit with QPR emblem on the left shoulder, white trainers, ring on wedding finger.
- Man 2: White, 5ft 6in, skinny, late teens, beard along jawline, wearing blue jeans and a blue and white striped top under a black bomber jacket.
Investigation underway as victim treated in hospital
Police launched a full investigation while specialist teams work to identify the chemical substance thrown during the attack. Authorities stress the liquid poses no wider threat to the local community.
The injured man is currently receiving hospital treatment for facial injuries. The hunt for the two suspects is ongoing.
