Police hunting hooded man after driver threatened by male wielding a knife in Fareham

By Freddie Webb
Published 24th Jul 2023, 16:51 BST
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A motorist was threatened by a stranger with a knife as police start to track them down.

The driver had stopped at the Trinity Street junction in West Street, Fareham, when a male approached him. A man had crossed the road and proceeded to verbally accost the motorist on the afternoon of July 19.

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It happened at roughly 2.10pm. The driver was not injured. Police have released two pictures of a hooded male they wish to speak to.

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Police are urging anyone who recognises this man to get in touch with them. Picture: Fareham PolicePolice are urging anyone who recognises this man to get in touch with them. Picture: Fareham Police
Police are urging anyone who recognises this man to get in touch with them. Picture: Fareham Police

Fareham Police reported on Facebook: “Know him? We’d like to speak to him after a public order incident at the Trinity Street junction of West Street in Fareham at around 2:10pm on Wednesday, July 19.

"A driver was threatened by a man holding a knife who had crossed the road. No-one was hurt. If you saw what happened or recognise him please call 101 quoting 44230290754.”

Reports can also be made on the police website.