Teenager attacked in Eastleigh
The boy is being treated in hospital for head injuries
Last updated 22nd Mar 2021
A teenage boy is being treated in hospital for head injuries after being attacked by a group in Eastleigh.
Police say it happened on Saturday 20 March on Beaulieu Road, with reports it was recorded on mobile phones.
Hampshire Police have released this statement:
We are appealing for witnesses, or anyone with information, following reports of a GBH assault in Eastleigh.
The incident occurred at around 4pm on Saturday 20 March on Beaulieu Road in Eastleigh, whereby a teenage boy has been involved in an altercation with a group of individuals.
The victim has fallen down the steps of a footbridge along Beaulieu Road and was then further assaulted.
He was taken to Southampton General Hospital and treated for head injuries, although they are not serious or life-threatening.
We are aware of reports of the incident being recorded on mobile phones and we would ask that these are not shared on social media.
Were you in the area at the time? Did you see what happened?
Anyone with information in relation to this incident is asked to call 101, quoting 44210104823.
Alternatively, you can contact independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.