Man, 28, is arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a stabbing in Brighton city centre left a man in ‘critical condition’ at hospital
- Officers arrived at scene within minutes of incident being reported in Brighton
- The suspect had run off prior to officers’ arrival, but was located and detained
- A 28-year-old, of no fixed address, arrested on suspicion of attempted murder
A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a stabbing in Brighton city centre on Boxing Day.
Sussex Police arrived at the scene within minutes of the incident being reported in Western Road, close to the junction with Spring Street.
The suspect had run off prior to officers’ arrival, but was located and detained, a short time later. A small knife was also recovered.
The alleged victim, a 45-year-old man, was rushed to Royal Sussex County Hospital, and is in a critical condition.
Sussex Police arrived at the scene within minutes of the incident being reported in Western Road, close to the junction with Spring Street (stock image)
A 28-year-old, of no fixed address, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and remains in police custody at this stage.
A 38-year-old man from Hove was also taken to the same hospital, where he remains in a stable condition.
Chief Inspector Rachel Swinney said: ‘This appears to be an isolated incident, and I’d like to reassure the public that we are not seeking anyone else in connection with the incident.
‘We have increased our high visibility patrols in the area, and our investigation is ongoing as we work to establish the full circumstances.
‘If you saw what happened, please report it online or call 101, quoting Operation Claygate.’