Man stabbed in neck after fight in Portsmouth street
A MAN was stabbed in the neck after a fight in Portsmouth between two groups of people.
The 27-year-old, from the city, is in a serious condition at Southampton General Hospital.
Police are investigating the incident which happened between two groups around Newcome Road and Walmer Road, in Fratton, at 6.30pm yesterday.
A group of four men were approached by a second group of three to four people. A fight then took place, resulting in the victim getting stabbed.
Police said the second group then left the area in a silver Vauxhall Astra, possibly heading in the direction of Byerley Road.
Three other men in the group suffered minor injuries.
Three 18-year-old men, all from Portsmouth, have been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent. They are currently in police custody.
Detective Inspector Abigail Leeson, said: '˜We know the group of three to four people arrived in the area in a silver Vauxhall Astra.Â
'˜Witnesses have told us the vehicle had visible damage on it, which is not believed to have been caused in this incident.Â
'˜We understand this may cause concern to members of the community.Â
'˜We will be out and about in the community this evening so please approach our officers if you have any concerns.
'˜We'd like to speak to anyone who witnessed this incident, knows who the car belongs to, or has any other information that could assist this inquiry.Â
'˜If you do have any information please call us on 101 quoting 44180342954.'