Witness appeal following Worthing stabbing

Police are appealing for witnesses following a stabbing in Worthing on New Year’s Eve.

A report was received just after 3.10pm stating that a man had been attacked whilst sat on Marine Parade near The Dome Cinema.

The victim sustained hand injuries as he attempted to defend himself, and was taken to hospital for treatment.

Initial enquiries have already been completed, and there are indications that the parties involved are known to each other.

Members of the public are said to have come to the aid of the victim, and investigating officers are keen to speak to anyone with information or footage from the time of the attack.

A report can be made to Sussex Police online, or via calling 101, quoting serial 697 of 31/12.

Alternatively, information can be reported anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers online, at www.crimestoppers-org.uk, or by calling 0800 555 111.