Police appeal after Worthington assault

Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was attacked at Victoria Park, Worthing, in the early hours of Monday 1 September.

Author: Leo ChristianPublished 5th Sep 2025

Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was attacked at Victoria Park, Worthing, in the early hours of Monday 1 September.

A spokesperson for Sussex police said:

"The 21-year-old victim was walking through the park, close to St Matthews Road, between midnight and 3am when he was approached by three unknown men who assaulted him.

"He was taken to hospital by a member of public, having sustained a serious but not life-threatening head injury.

"Police are keen to hear from this member of public, and from anyone who witnessed any suspicious activity in the area around that time or captured any relevant video footage.

"You can report it online or call 101, quoting crime reference 47250173092."

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