THREE people have been arrested after a multiple stabbing that has left a 24-year-old man fighting for his life.

The man was rushed to Queen Alexandra Hospital for emergency surgery.

Police say he suffered life-threatening injuries and is still in a serious condition after the incident that happened in The Strand, Southsea, at 7.30pm last night.

Detective Inspector John Geden said: "This is a very nasty incident resulting in serious injuries to the victim."

A 37-year-old woman, a 48-year-old man and a 54-year-old man are in custody.

Anyone with information should call Fratton Police Station.