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BREAKING: Stabbing in busy street results in considerable police presence and cordon
By Sophie Lewis
Published 7th Nov 2025, 16:03 BST
Updated 7th Nov 2025, 16:06 BST
Emergency services have cordoned off part of a busy street this afternoon as they respond to a suspected stabbing.
Police and paramedics are currently dealing with the serious incident, resulting in a cordon in place along the footpath near Copnor Grill.
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The incident is a suspected stabbing after a significantly sized knife was spotted at the scene, which is believed to have been collected by officers.
More updates to follow.
UPDATE:
Police have now confirmed a man has been hospitalised after being stabbed at approximately 3.30pm, and a 39-year-old man from Portsmouth has been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.
A 44-year-old woman from Portsmouth has also been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.