Two 16-year-old boys have appeared in court in connection with the stabbing of five teenagers at a Halloween party in Chandler's Ford, Hampshire. One youth is charged with attempted murder, and the other faces a charge of wounding with intent. Both appeared at Southampton Magistrates' Court for a first hearing.
Hampshire Constabulary responded to a report of a stabbing at a party on Park Road shortly after 10:30 p.m. on Saturday. The force stated that approximately 70 uninvited guests arrived after details of the party were shared on Snapchat, leading to a serious assault. Five teenage boys, three aged 16 and two aged 17, sustained serious injuries and were transported to the hospital. One victim remains in the hospital in a life-threatening condition, while four have since been discharged.
Neither of the charged teenagers entered a plea. Their cases have been sent to Southampton Crown Court. The youth accused of attempted murder is scheduled for a further hearing on November 13 and has been remanded to youth detention accommodation. Discussions are ongoing regarding bail for the boy charged with wounding with intent, who was also remanded. The families of both defendants were present in court.
A total of six boys were arrested in connection with the incident. The other four have been released on bail with strict conditions, including travel restrictions and communication limitations.