Police crackdown after major fight in Horsham
Thirteen teenagers remain in custody after three people suffered serious injuries
Thirteen teenagers remain in custody after a major fight broke out in Horsham.
A section of the town centre has been cordoned off as police continue to investigate the brawl in Carfax last night, May 29.
Weapons were seized and officers have been questioning 13 people, aged between 13 and 19.
Chief Inspector Ben Starns, of the Crawley and Horsham Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: “I’d like to thank the public for their patience and understanding while we respond to this incident.
“At least three people sustained serious but not life-threatening injuries, and it is vital that we contain the area to preserve as much evidence as possible to assist our investigation.
“We only get one chance to do this.”
A Section 60 order will be in place until 12.26am tomorrow morning, Wednesday 31, and gives officers the powers to stop and search any pedestrians or vehicles.
Police said there is not believed to be any wider threat to the community though.
Chief Inspector Starns added: “I acknowledge the impact this is having on the local community – especially some businesses which are currently unable to open – and I extend my thanks to them. We hope to be able to lift the cordon as soon as possible.
“In the meantime, the public can expect to see an increased police presence in the area.
“I would urge anyone who saw what happened or captured anything on camera – including CCTV or dash cam – to please come forward. You can speak to our officers at the scene, or report it online or call 101, quoting serial 1727 of 29/05.”