Appeal for witnesses to serious assault in Eastleigh

We are appealing for witnesses to a serious assault in Eastleigh in the early hours of this morning (30 October).

At 2.23am, we were called to Leigh Road to reports that two men had attacked a group of people.

A man and a woman in their 20s were found unconscious on the floor and were taken to hospital with serious injuries. The woman remains in a critical condition at this time.

Two men aged 27 from Fair Oak were arrested nearby on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent and remain in police custody at this time.

A third victim was located following officer enquiries and he sustained facial injuries.

Enquiries are still ongoing to understand the motivation behind the assaults.

DI Johnstone said: “Our officers are currently trying to piece together the circumstances that led to this serious incident and we need the public’s help.

“Did you see what happened? Perhaps you recorded the incident or the moments leading up to it on your phone?

“Did you notice anything unusual happening while you were out in the town centre last night?

“Any information you might have could be vital so please get in touch.”

You can report this to us via 101 or online, quoting 44220440700.