Two men set for trial over alleged knife and hammer Fareham home invasion attack

As reported, police were called at 4.33pm on 25 January to reports a man in his 30s received injuries to his face and chest during an assault at an address in Longfield Avenue, Fareham, in which it’s alleged a knife and a hammer were used.

The injuries required hospital treatment but are not life-threatening. It’s also alleged that the men stole more than £5,000 in cash from the address during this incident.

Following police enquiries, 27-year-old Colin Wood and 21-year-old Kye Markley, both of Gosport Road in Fareham, were charged with causing grievous bodily harm with intent and theft in a dwelling. Markley was also charged with five counts of theft from a shop relating to incidents in Fareham between December, 20, 2023 and January, 24, 2024.

Both men are now due at Portsmouth Crown Court to go on trial on June 25. Both were remanded in custody until then.