Gang attack in Southsea leaves man with fractured jaw and woman injured

A MAN has suffered a fractured jaw after being attacked by a gang in a late night assault.
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A woman was also injured during the attack which happened in Francis Avenue at 11pm on Saturday.

The pair were attacked by a group of five men and near the junction of Delamere Road.

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The man, 30, suffered a fractured jaw and the woman, 26, received cuts and bruises to her face and body.

The assault happened in Francis Avenue. Picture: Google MapsThe assault happened in Francis Avenue. Picture: Google Maps
The assault happened in Francis Avenue. Picture: Google Maps

The group of men are described as white and aged in their 20s.

A Hampshire Constabulary said: ‘We would like to hear from anyone who witnessed this assault or was in the area at the time and saw a group of men.

‘Please call 101 and quote 44190216945.’

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