Eastleigh MP Liz Jarvis has urged people not to speculate after five teenagers were stabbed at a party in Chandler's Ford last night.
Five boys were seriously injured at a party in Park Road on Saturday night.
Ms Jarvis said: “My thoughts are with the victims and their families and the local community at this time and my thanks goes to the emergency services for their swift response.
"I know many people will be shocked and upset by what has happened.
"This area is generally very safe and welcoming.
"I hope that residents feel reassured that the police are doing all that they can and I would urge people not to speculate or share information from unverified sources.”
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A spokesperson for Hampshire police said officers were called just after 10.30pm on October 31 to reports that five teenage boys had been stabbed.
Three were aged 16 and two were 17, and all were taken to hospital.
Officers established that an unknown group had gained entry to a party at an address in Park Road.
Police have spoken to witnesses, identified CCTV and other footage, and made enquiries at nearby houses and streets.
Anyone with information or relevant footage is asked to call 101, quoting reference 44260534624.
Information can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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