Man Stabbed in Broad Daylight Near Train Station – Hunt on for Two Teens
Shocking Afternoon Attack
On Friday, January 22, a 22-year-old man was brutally stabbed in the neck just after 3pm. The incident happened at the busy junction of Claremont Road and Cornwall Road, leaving the victim with potentially life-threatening injuries.
The two youths responsible took off running from Cornwall Road, dashing down Fratton Road towards the train station.
Witnesses Urgently Needed
Police believe several people nearby and a silver VW may have seen the attack. The victim was rushed to Queen Alexandra Hospital, where surgery is expected in the coming days.
Suspects Spotted – Police Descriptions Released
- Both attackers are white males, wearing black baseball caps featuring a white Nike logo and black trainers.
- One looks about 18, sporting a grey hoody with the hood up, a black puffer jacket, grey joggers, and a light-coloured face mask.
- The second is estimated between 16-18 years old, dressed in a black face mask, black hooded jacket, and black trousers.
Arrest Made as Investigation Continues
An 18-year-old man from Havant was arrested on Sunday, January 24, in connection with the stabbing. He is currently being questioned by officers.
Anyone with information about the attack or the suspects is urged to contact Eastern CID on 101, quoting incident number 44210025607.
