Police seen guarding Southsea Common scene after serious incident

Police have been this morning guarding an area at Southsea Common following a serious incident.
By Ben Fishwick
Published 20th Jul 2021, 10:04 BST
Updated 20th Jul 2021, 12:47 BST
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Officers were last night called to a reported assault. Videos posted on social media show a person being treated by paramedics at Portsmouth Naval Memorial.

This morning police were still at the scene. Two boys have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

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The Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance landed on the common last night.

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