Third man arrested in connection with Alton incident has been bailed while investigations continue

A third man arrested in connection with an incident in Alton where a 24 year old man sustained serious injuries, has been bailed while police continue their enquiries.

The assault happened just after midnight on 26 July, on the High Street, Alton, close to the Vodafone store.

 Following an altercation, a 24-year-old man was taken to Southampton General Hospital with head injuries. He remains in a critical condition.

The 26 year old man from Alton who was arrested on July 27, was released on conditional bail yesterday.

 Two other men, a 25-year-old man and a 20 year old man, both from Alton, were arrested earlier and also released on conditional bail.

 All three were arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.

 Anyone who hasn't already spoken with police but who has any information about this incident is asked to call us on 101, quoting Operation Infringe or  44200279176.

Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.