Man charged with assault of two teenage boys in Andover

One boy suffered cuts to his head and face

Author: Grace McGachy Published 8th Apr 2026

A man has been charged after two teenage boys were assaulted in Andover.

Hampshire Police were called out at around 8:20pm on Friday (3 April) to reports that a 15 year old and 16 year old had been attacked on London Road.

The 16-year-old boy suffered an injury to his leg, and the 15-year-old boy suffered cuts to his head and face.

Ross John Clifford, 47, of Quicksilver Way in Andover, has been charged with wounding with intent, attempted wounding with intent, and possession of an offensive weapon.

He was remanded in custody and is due to appear before Basingstoke Magistrates Court on Wednesday (8 April).

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