Teenagers charged in connection with Portslade stabbing

Two teenagers have been charged in connection with the stabbing of a 15-year-old boy in Portslade.

Police received a report of a 15-year-old boy having been stabbed in Valley Road, Portslade, during the early hours of Tuesday, 9 August, 2022.

He was treated in hospital for serious injuries, but has been discharged.

A 15-year-old and 16-year-old boy – from Hove and Portslade respectively – were arrested shortly after and have now been charged with wounding with intent.

The pair, who cannot be named due to their age, are due to appear at Worthing Youth Court on 20 April.

Investigator Rose Horan said: “We have charged two suspects in connection with this serious incident, but we are continuing to appeal for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.

“If you can help with the investigation, please contact police online or via 101, quoting serial 126 of 09/08.”