Man chased by armed men in balaclavas during robbery in Havant
They were armed with knives and a baton
Last updated 9th Feb 2026
Police in Havant are appealing for witnesses and information following a robbery and assault involving a moped rider.
The incident occurred between 6:10pm and 6:25pm on Friday 6th February, when a man stopped his moped on Swarraton Road and was approached by five men wearing balaclavas.
Three of the men were reportedly armed with knives, while another carried a baton. The victim was struck on the back of the head with the baton and subsequently chased down Lockerley Road.
After the chase ended, the man returned to Swarraton Road to discover his moped had been stolen.
He attended hospital for treatment of a head injury and other minor injuries.
Appeal for information
Officers are conducting enquiries to piece together the circumstances of the incident, and are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information, including CCTV, dashcam, or doorbell footage, to assist their investigation.
Anyone with information is encouraged to call 101 or report online via the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary website, quoting incident number 44260063917.
Alternatively, information can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or visiting their website.
Their efforts aim to further the investigation and bring those responsible to justice.