Police issue update after fight at Pompey Centre leaves man with head injury

The police have issued an update after two men were arrested following a scrap in a retail park.

A man in his 50s, from Eastleigh, sustained ABH-level injuries, including a head wound after a fight broke out on Saturday, May 2 at the Pompey Centre.

Paramedics and police attended the scene, and the victim was taken to hospital for a follow-up assessment and treatment.

A 38-year-old man from Southsea was arrested on suspicion of attempting to cause grievous bodily harm with intent to do grievous bodily harm.

A 50-year-old man from Portsmouth was also arrested on suspicion of attempting to cause GBH with intent to do GBH, assault by beating of an emergency worker and common assault.

The police have now confirmed the pair have been released on bail until August 2 as enquiries continue.