17-year-old admits stabbing woman in Brighton
The attack happened on Saturday (May 25th)
A 17-year-old boy has been remanded in custody after admitting to stabbing a woman in Brighton.
The victim, a 37-year-old, was taken to hospital with a serious head injury after being attacked while walking in Church Place on Saturday (May 25th).
Brighton Magistrates Court heard the teenager, who is from the city and cannot be named for legal reasons, was heard shouting 'Do you actually want me to chef you?' at the victim prior to carrying out the attack.
The boy stated to a witness that he was initially angered by the victim when she looked at him as he walked on the opposite side of the street.
Appearing in court, the 17-year-old pleaded guilty to charges of grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of a weapon in a public place.
He has been remanded in juvenile detention to await his sentencing on June 12th.
Detective Sergeant Victoria Thornton Green of Sussex Police said:
"The fact that this child felt compelled to inflict such injuries simply because someone looked at them on the street is extremely disturbing.
"We hope that the swift investigation, arrest, and subsequent results will help the victim begin her recovery from this horrendous incident.
"This stabbing highlights the devastating impact of knife crime on our communities and underscores the urgent need for continued efforts to educate individuals about the dangers of carrying a knife and its devastating consequences.
"We would like to take the opportunity to thank the public for their support and understanding during police enquiries in the area".