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16 Year Old Boy Stabbed At Puckpool Park

A 16-year-old boy has been stabbed at Puckpool Park in the early hours of this morning (Sunday).

Police were called to the incident at 1.26am.

The victim's injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.

An 18-year-old man has been arrested and remains in custody.

As previously reported, a police cordon is in place at the scene of the crime.

A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said:

'We were called at 1.26am to a report of a serious assault that had happened at Puckpool Park.  A 16-year-old boy was found to have suffered stab wounds to his abdomen and was taken to hospital for treatment. His injuries are not life threatening.

'An 18-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent. He remains in police custody at this time.'

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