Five teenage boys were seriously injured in a mass stabbing at a Halloween party in Eastleigh, Hampshire, on Saturday, October 31. Police were called to a property in the town just after 10.30pm and found the victims, aged 16 to 17, with serious injuries. They were taken to hospital, according to Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary.
Unknown group gate-crashed the party
After officers arrived at the scene, it was found that an "unknown group" had gate-crashed the party in Park Road. An investigation was launched, and scenes remain in place in Park Road and Valley Road. Detectives are appealing for information about the group.
Det Ch Insp Elizabeth Pirie said: "We are already hard at work identifying anyone who was at the party who may be able to assist our inquiries, whether that be having directly witnessed what took place, having filmed any footage which may be relevant, or who may be able to help us identify the unknown group."
Police appeal for footage and witnesses
The force said they are interested in speaking to anyone who was at the party or has footage, including doorbell camera footage covering Park Road and the surrounding area. Det Ch Insp Pirie added: "I understand the response the local community may have to hearing about this incident this morning, and I do not underestimate the impact our scenes will be having on those living in the area. These scenes are vitally important for our inquiries and we are grateful to the understanding of our communities whilst we work to establish the facts."
She added that anyone with concerns or information should not hesitate to speak to the police.
Community reaction and how to help
Liz Jarvis, MP for Eastleigh, said on X on Sunday: "My thoughts are with the victims and their families and all those affected by the incident in Chandler’s Ford last night, and my thanks go to our local police and emergency services for their prompt response. It’s important not to speculate or share unverified information."
Anyone with information should contact police on 101 or via their website, quoting reference 44260534624, or Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or using their website.
