37-year-old Totton resident arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after man struck by vehicle in suspected poaching incident near Hurstborne Tarrant
A 37-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a man was struck by a vehicle in a suspected poaching incident.
At 11.09pm on Thursday, October 24, police were called to what was initially reported as a suspected poaching incident in Netherton Road, near Hurstborne Tarrant in North Hampshire.
On arrival, a man in his 50s was found with serious injuries.
It was reported to police that the man had attempted to confront a group of men he had seen in a field.
The men reportedly got into a vehicle, which then struck the man. The vehicle was then driven from the scene.
The man was taken to hospital for treatment, where he remains. His injuries are serious but not life-threatening.
Detectives launched an investigation and have been pursuing several lines of enquiry to establish what took place and those involved.
Last night (Monday), officers arrested a 37-year-old man from Totton on suspicion of attempted murder.
He is currently in police custody while officers carry out further enquiries.
District inspector Stuart Ross said: “This was a serious incident and we know the impact that this has had on the local community.
“I want to reassure people that we do not tolerate this type of offending and are working hard to bring those responsible to justice.
“We have spoken to a number of people in the community, but if anyone has any information about what took place, we would urge them to speak to us.
“Perhaps you were in this area on that night and remembered seeing something suspicious?
“Or maybe you are aware of what happened and have information that could help our enquiries? If so, please get in touch.”
Hampshire Police have asked anyone with information about the incident to call police on 101, quoting the crime reference number 44240464242, or report it via their website.
Those wishing to provide information anonymously can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, or via the online form on its website.