Man charged in Basingstoke stabbing investigation

Man charged in Basingstoke stabbing investigation

A man has been charged as part of an investigation into a stabbing in Basingstoke.

We were called at around 10.15pm on Thursday 5 November to a report that a man had been stabbed.

The man, aged in his 20s, was located by officers in The Malls. He had injuries to his legs and hands and was taken to hospital. 

Officers attended and made arrests.

Jake Hutchinson, 29, of no fixed abode, was charged with wounding with intent. 

He appeared at Southampton Magistrates Court on Saturday 7 November, and has been remanded to appear at Southampton Crown Court on Friday 4 December.

A 36-year-old woman, who was arrested as part of our initial enquiries, has been released from custody with no further action.