Man, 49, arrested on suspicion of attempted murder in Petersfield

POLICE have arrested a 49-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder in Petersfield following an attack early this morning.
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A man in his 30s suffered several wounds as he was attacked at a home in Durford Road, Petersfield.

He was taken to hospital, where he is in a stable condition.

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The 49-year-old man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder is in custody.

Police are making enquiries following the incident. Stock picture: Habibur RahmanPolice are making enquiries following the incident. Stock picture: Habibur Rahman
Police are making enquiries following the incident. Stock picture: Habibur Rahman

A spokesman from Hampshire Constabulary said: ‘Officers will be in the area carrying out house-to-house enquiries.

‘Please don’t hesitate to speak to them if you have any concerns.’

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call 101 and quote reference 44200178220.

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