A HELICOPTER was spotted in the skies above Southampton late last night. 

Videos and pictures shared on social media show the helicopter flying across the Itchen Bridge shortly before 10.30pm on Thursday.

It is the second time a chopper was found circling over Itchen Bridge this week. 

On Monday, September 12, Hampshire police officers said the callout was in response to reports of a concern for welfare incident. 

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Last night's incident has fuelled anxiety among residents. 

On Twitter, one person said: "Two times in a week, that’s two times too many. When will we see a bigger wall?"

HM Coastguard and Hampshire police have been contacted for more information.

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