Arrest after man chased by knife-wielding man in Southampton

Police were called to the city centre on Friday morning

Author: Ryan BurrowsPublished 29th Apr 2023

Police are looking to speak to a man who was reportedly chased by another man with a knife along a road in Southampton city centre.

Officers are investigating reports that the chase took place along Above Bar Street, between the junction of Regent Street and Pound Tree Road, between 9.10am and 9.20am on Friday (April 28th).

A 40-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of affray, possessing an offensive weapon and receiving stolen goods.

Hampshire Police said he remained in custody as of Saturday morning.

Police are continuing to investigate the incident and are looking to identify the man who was reportedly chased.

He was described as being white, aged between 40 to 50-years-old.

Anyone with information, or who may have CCTV or dashcam footage of the incident, is asked to contact Hampshire Police on 101 or online, quoting reference 44230166107.

Alternatively people can report anonymously to Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or making an anonymous online report via their website .

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