Five teenage boys were seriously injured in a stabbing at a house party in Chandler's Ford on Halloween night (October 31). Hampshire Police have launched an investigation and are appealing for witnesses and CCTV footage.
Incident Details
According to a Hampshire Police statement: "We were called just after 10.30pm to a report five teenage boys, three aged 16 and two aged 17, had been stabbed. All five were taken to hospital having suffered serious injuries. When officers arrived at the scene, it was established an unknown group had gained entry to a party at an address in Park Road."
Overnight, officers began their enquiries, speaking with witnesses, identifying CCTV and other available footage, and making enquiries at neighbouring houses and in nearby streets. Those enquiries continue today, with scenes in place in Park Road and Valley Road.
Police Appeal
Lead investigator DCI Elizabeth Pirie stated: "We are already hard at work identifying anyone who was at the party who may be able to assist our enquiries, 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."
She 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 enquiries and we are grateful to the understanding of our communities whilst we work to establish the facts."
How to Help
Police particularly want to hear from anyone who was at the party and has not yet spoken with officers, or anyone with CCTV, mobile phone, dash cam, or doorbell camera footage covering Park Road and the surrounding area. Residents can contact police by ringing 101 and quoting reference number 44260534624, or by visiting the Hampshire Police website.
Alternatively, completely anonymous tip-offs can be submitted via the independent charity Crimestoppers by dialling 0800 555 111 or through their website.
