Appeal made in Portsdown Hill assault investigation

We are appealing for information as part of our investigation into an assault in Portsmouth.

It took place sometime at around 9.45pm on Wednesday 21 December, at Portsdown Hill, in the turning circle of the Mill Lane car park.

The victim, an 18-year-old man, was sat in a car with friends when he and the car was hit by a man holding a metal bar.

The suspect then got into what was described as a red Volkswagen Polo, which was then driven away from the scene. There were other occupants in the red car.

No serious injuries were sustained.

We are investigating and are keen to hear from anyone with information on this incident.

It has been reported that two other vehicles were parked nearby. If you were in the area and have information that could help our enquiries, please get in touch.

Anyone with information should call police on 101, quoting the crime reference number 44220512902, or you can submit information to us online here: https://www.hampshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org