Police search for suspects following Littlehampton stabbing

A man in his 20s has been airlifted to hospital

Author: Adam GoacherPublished 15th Apr 2021

Police have launched an investigation into a stabbing in Littlehampton.

Officers received reports of an assault in Sea Road in East Preston at around 4pm this evening (Thursday 15 April).

A man in his 20s has suffered a potentially life-threatening stab wound to his abdomen and has been taken to hospital by the air ambulance.

Officers are currently searching for two suspects, believed to be on foot in the East Preston area.

Investigating officer Detective Inspector Alan Pack said: “We are conducting a number of fast-time enquiries to identify the suspects in this matter.

“The victim is in a critical condition and we are determined to locate those responsible.

“Did you witness the assault? We urge anyone with information to get in contact with us without delay.

“We have stepped up patrols in the area while enquiries are ongoing.”

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