Portsmouth man arrested over large-scale brawl with weapons that left two men a serious condition

A 29-year-old man from Portsmouth was arrested by police on suspicion of violent disorder and grievous bodily harm along with two others following the incident at Thrapston Services at Junction 13 just after 1pm on July 2.

Witnesses saw weapons and debris strewn outside a van parked outside the Travelodge and one of the victims being moved to an ambulance.

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A spokesman for Northamptonshire Police previously said: “Two men aged 47 and 59 remain in hospital and their condition is described as serious but stable. A third man – aged 51 – was treated at hospital for minor injuries and discharged.

“Three men aged 39, 37 and 29 from Cambridgeshire, Surrey and Portsmouth respectively, remain in police custody after being arrested on suspicion of violent disorder and grievous bodily harm.”

Now the force has said the 29-year-old man from Portsmouth arrested on suspicion of violent order and grievous bodily harm remains under investigation after being released on police bail pending further enquiries.

Details of the weapons used in the attack have yet to be disclosed, but detectives from Northants Police have asked witnesses to come forward who may have seen the incident.

Detective Chief Inspector Nickie Deeks, previously said: “A large number of people from multiple vehicles are believed to have been involved in this incident, which took place in a very busy location.”

Call police on 101 or independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 quoting number 23000406651 with information.