Man due in court after Eastbourne stabbing

A 13-year-old boy was stabbed on Grand Parade on Sunday.

Author: Chris TatePublished 22nd Sep 2026

A man's due in court after a thirteen-year-old boy was stabbed in Eastbourne.

Twenty-year-old Kyle Saupe, from Cavendish Place, has been charged with wounding with intent and possession of a weapon after the attack on Grand Parade on Sunday afternoon.

Four other people - two boys aged 16, one boy aged 17 and a woman, 22 - have been bailed.

The boy is currently recovering at home.

Investigating officer Detective Inspector Rob Tillyer, said: "Anyone who has information, including CCTV, mobile phone or dashcam footage from that area from 4pm to 6pm, is asked to contact police on 101, quoting serial 1096 of 20/09.

"There will be an increased police presence in the area while our enquiries continue. Please speak to our officers if you have any concerns.

"We would ask people not to speculate about the circumstances while the investigation is ongoing."

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