Teenagers arrested after altercation in Brighton

Three boys and a man were treated at the scene for minor injuries.

Author: Amy ShephardPublished 17th Dec 2023
Last updated 17th Dec 2023

Police have made two arrests following an altercation in Brighton.

Officers were called to the incident at a shop in Churchill Square at around 3pm on Thursday (14 December).

Three boys and a man were treated at the scene for minor injuries.

Following enquiries, a 14-year-old boy from Telscombe Cliffs and a 16-year-old boy from Eastbourne have been arrested on suspicion of affray. They remain in police custody at this time.

Enquiries are ongoing in locating other parties involved.

Following the incident, there was an increased police presence in the area to ensure the safety of the public, with a continued visibility to provide further reassurance.

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