Police give update after mass brawl near South Parade Pier
Several police cars raced to the scene
Police are continuing to investigate after a large group of people were involved in a mass brawl near South Parade Pier.
The incident took place on Saturday, July 11, at around 8pm with reports made of several people fighting. A number of marked police cars headed to the scene where the group dispersed on their arrival.
A Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary spokesperson previously said: “We were called just after 8pm to reports of a large group fighting on South Parade Pier. Officers attended at which point the group dispersed.”
Police are continuing to investigate with no one yet arrested.
“Enquiries are ongoing, anyone with information should call 101 quoting reference 44260331250,” police said.
Editor’s note - although the police statement says this incident took place on the pier we have been asked to clarify that it happened on the seafront.