Six arrests after 'stabbing' of teenage boy on Eastbourne beach
The teen was approached by a group while walking
Police have arrested six people in connection with the suspected stabbing of a teenage boy on Eastbourne seafront.
The 17-year-old was attacked while walking with two friends on the Promenade, between the pier and the bandstand, between 4.05pm and 4.20pm on November 10th.
Officers said the incident involved a group of seven men and boys.
The teenager sustained an injury consistent with a stabbing to his right hand.
He attended the Queen Victoria Hospital in East Grinstead for treatment and has since been discharged.
Police have questioned six suspects aged between 14 and 20, including one suspect on suspicion of wounding with intent.
All have been bailed with strict conditions, pending further investigation.
Officers have been carrying out enquiries and increased patrols in the area to provide reassurance, but are keen to speak to witnesses who may have seen what happened in a busy area during daylight.
The assault happened in the lower area of the Promenade.
Anyone with information should report it to Sussex Police online or call 101 and quote serial 751 of 10/11.