Police arrest second man after victim left in critical condition following Portsmouth attack
Detectives have arrested a 27-year-old, from the city, on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.
He is currently in police custody.
Meanwhile, a 25-year-old man from Portsmouth who was arrested in connection with the assault has since been released without charge.
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Hide AdAs previously reported in The News, the victim was attacked just after 5.30pm on Sunday at the junction of New Road and Lynn Road in Buckland.
Police said a man riding a push bike approached the victim outside The Stag pub. The pair had a discussion before the victim was assaulted. The man then cycled off.
A spokeswoman for Hampshire Constabulary said the victim is in a critical condition in hospital.