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Isle Of Wight Ferry Forced To Turn Around After 'Altercation' Onboard

An 'altercation' on board Wightlink's Victoria of Wight led to the vessel being turned around — and police being called.

The firm has confirmed the individuals involved were removed from the boat.

An incident broke out between 'two groups of people' as the ferry was departing Fishbourne this evening, Wightlink said.

Following the 'altercation', the captain on Victoria of Wight turned the vessel around. Those involved disembarked at Fishbourne.

Wightlink has confirmed police have been informed.

A spokesperson said the incident may have a knock-on effect on the rest of this evening's Fishbourne to Portsmouth sailings:

"Wightlink is sorry there will be delays to sailings this evening, see www.wightlink.co.uk for further information."

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