Southsea man arrested after potential acid attack and attempted assault - police appeal for witnesses

The 33-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted wounding with intent following an incident on Saturday, May 3 at around 7.30pm on Albert Road. A man in his 30s was chased by a man who had an extendable baton and then had acid thrown at him.

Police are calling for any witnesses to come forwards. A Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary spokesperson said: “Officers investigating an assault in Southsea are appealing for witnesses.

“The victim, a man in his 30s, was chased by another man armed with an extendable baton on Albert Road. It was also reported that he tried to throw acid at him. As part of our investigation, a 33-year-old man from Southsea was arrested on suspicion of attempted wounding with intent. He has been released on police bail.

“We have conducted a number of enquiries and are now asking for anyone who witnessed this incident to come forward. Were you in the area at the time? Perhaps you have CCTV or dash-cam footage that may assist? Anyone with information is asked to call 101 with reference 44250193037. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers 100 per cent anonymously on 0800 555 111. ”

Police advise that information can also be submitted via their website: https://www.hampshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/

The man has been released on police bail.

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