Five teenagers were left seriously injured after being stabbed at a Halloween party.
A Halloween party in Chandler’s Ford, Hampshire, ended in tragedy after five boys were hurt in the incident.
They were attacked at a house on Park Road shortly after 10.30pm.
Five boys, three aged 16 and two 17-year-olds, were found at the property in serious condition when the police arrived.
Detectives believe that an ‘unknown group’ had managed to get into the party before the teens were knifed.
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Park Road and Valley Road were cordoned off by police overnight as detectives gathered CCTV footage and spoke to witnesses.
Footage shows a large emergency presence on the residential road overnight, while forensic teams were seen collecting evidence in daylight.
Detective Chief Inspector Elizabeth Pirie said: ‘We are already hard at work identifying anyone who was at the party who may be able to assist our enquiries, whether that be having directly witnessed what took place, having filmed any footage which may be relevant, or who may be able to help us identify the unknown group.
‘I understand the response the local community may have to hearing about this incident this morning, and I do not underestimate the impact our scenes will be having on those living in the area.
‘These scenes are vitally important for our enquiries and we are grateful to the understanding of our communities whilst we work to establish the facts.
‘If you do have any concerns or information, then please do not hesitate to speak to us.’
Eastleigh MP Liz Jarvis said on social media: ‘My thoughts are with the victims and their families and all those affected by the incident in Chandler’s Ford last night, and my thanks go to our local police and emergency services for their prompt response.
‘It’s important not to speculate or share unverified information.’
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