Teenager stabbed near Portsmouth McDonald's - three boys arrested

A teenager has been stabbed several times near a McDonald's restaurant in Portsmouth - and three boys have been arrested.

The 16-year-old boy had stab wounds across his body as Hampshire police were called to Portsmouth Road, Cosham just before 7pm on Thursday, March 21. The area was cordoned off, including the McDonald's restaurant, as police investigated the incident.

A Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary spokesperson said: "It was reported a 16-year-old boy had suffered small stab wounds to his arm, stomach and thigh. He has been taken to hospital for treatment, but his condition is not thought to be life-threatening.

"Officers who attended have arrested three teenage boys, two aged 16 and one aged 17 all from Portsmouth, on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent. They remain in custody at this time."