Two men are arrested for murder after man, 21, was stabbed to death in Hampshire town 

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after a father-of-two was stabbed to death and a woman was injured in a disturbance in a Hampshire town.

George Allison has been named locally as the murder victim as relatives paid tribute to him online.

Hampshire Police said two men remained in custody after the 21-year-old man died at an address in Havant on Saturday evening.  

Police were investigating the murder of Louise Smith, 16, just a mile away from the scene, but said they believe that this was an isolated incident.

‘We were called at 11pm last night (Saturday May 23), to a report of a disturbance at an address in Tichborne Grove, Havant,’ a police statement said.

‘On arrival, officers found a man and a woman who had both sustained stab wounds.

‘Ambulance crews were in attendance but sadly the 21-year-old man from Havant was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have been informed and they are being supported by specialist officers.

‘The 27-year-old woman, from Southsea, was taken to Southampton General Hospital for treatment. Her injuries are described as serious but not life-threatening.’

Police said a 25-year-old man from Camborne, Cornwall, and a 31-year-old man from Hayling Island have been arrested on suspicion of murder and remain in police custody.

His older sister Jade Scott paid tribute to him online. 

She wrote: ‘Last night my youngest brother George Allison was murdered in Leigh Park. George had the biggest heart and loved his family.

‘He has two beautiful amazing daughters that will always know about their dad. Shine bright little brother we all love you loads and you are going to be missed by everyone!

‘A young life taken far too soon. You were the most cheeky little boy growing up and loved getting me and Sam into trouble. Those memories I will hold tight for ever.

‘Even the silly memories like you sitting on the floor telling Bella how much you loved everyone eating ham with her. I love you always and forever. Rest in peace’

Detective Inspector Lee McClellan from Hampshire Constabulary’s Major Crime Unit said: ‘We would like to reassure the public that we believe this to be an isolated incident and there is no wider risk to the community.

‘We will be in the area throughout the day conducting our inquiries so if any residents have any concerns, please come and speak to our officers.’

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is asked to call 101, quoting 44200184002.