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Police Cordon In Place Near Puckpool Park

A police cordon is in place in Puckpool Park near Ryde today (Sunday).

Reports suggest an alleged assault took place last night.

Hampshire Constabulary has been approached for a comment.

Officers remain in attendance in the area.

*updated 10.32 am

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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