AN alleged hammer attack near Southampton is being investigated by police.

Officers have launched a probe into what they describe as a “public order incident”, believed to have taken place at an address in Diligence Close, Bursledon, last Sunday.

Police say the incident, which occurred at around 12.35pm, involved two men.

The Daily Echo understands a hammer was involved in the disturbance.

However the police were unable to confirm this, saying the investigation was still in the “early stages”.

Anyone with information is asked to call 101.