A TEENAGER has been arrested in connection with a double stabbing incident on a residential street in South Ham yesterday afternoon (April 26).
Police have confirmed that a 17-year-old boy from Basingstoke has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent and remains in custody at this time.
Officers were called at 3.15pm yesterday, April 26, to reports of two people being assaulted on St Peters Road, South Ham.
On arrival, officers located a 28-year-old man with stab wounds. He was taken to hospital to be treated, his injuries are serious but not considered life threatening.
A 23-year-old woman also had an injury to her hand, she was also treated at hospital but has since been discharged.
Hampshire Constabulary confirmed that police presence on Branton Close shortly after the incident is connected to the same investigation, which is ongoing.
A spokesperson said: "Were you in the area at the time? Perhaps you have CCTV or dash cam footage that could help our investigation?
"We are particularly keen to hear from anyone who has footage showing a boy in a grey tracksuit riding an e-scooter."
Anyone with information is asked to phone 101 with reference 44210158637.
Alternatively, you can phone Crimestoppers 100 per cent anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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