Two arrests made following assaults in Fratton

Officers investigating assaults on two men in Fratton have made two arrests. 

The incident happened just after 8.30pm on Monday 16 November on George Street, leading onto Langford Road.

A 46-year-old man and a 61-year-old man were assaulted by a group of young people and received minor injuries in the incident.

A 14-year-old boy from Portsmouth has been arrested on suspicion of causing ABH and possession of a knife/sharp pointed article in a public place.

We’ve also arrested a second 14-year-old boy from Portsmouth on suspicion of causing ABH, violent disorder and possession of a knife/sharp pointed article in a public place.

Both remain in police custody at this time.

We would like to thank everyone who has assisted with our enquiries so far.

Enquiries into this incident are still ongoing and anyone with information should call 101 with the reference 44200444475.

Alternatively, you can phone Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111.