Two Teenagers Charged After 15-Year-Old Attacked with Sword in Portslade
Two teenagers have been charged and remanded in custody following a shocking sword attack on a 15-year-old boy in Franklin Road, Portslade, last week.
Emergency services rushed to the scene at around 9pm on Thursday, 10 July, after reports of a serious assault involving a blade. The victim, a local teenager, suffered significant injuries to his arm and was taken to hospital for treatment. He has since been discharged.
A swift response from Sussex Police led to the arrest of two teenagers, a 16-year-old from Brighton and a 17-year-old from Eastbourne, who were charged in the early hours of Saturday, 12 July.
Due to their ages, both suspects cannot be named for legal reasons.
Charges
- The 16-year-old has been charged with:
- Causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent
- Attempting to cause GBH with intent
- The 17-year-old faces charges of:
- Possession of a bladed article in a public place
- Possession of an offensive weapon
- Causing GBH with intent
Both defendants appeared at Brighton Magistrates’ Court on Saturday and were remanded in custody. They are due to return to court on Thursday, 18 July.
Police Statement
Detective Sergeant Vicky Lofts, from Brighton CID, said:
“This was a deeply concerning incident that understandably caused shock within the local community.
Officers responded swiftly to the scene, making arrests shortly afterwards, and charges have since been authorised.
We believe the victim and defendants are known to each other. Our investigation is ongoing, and we encourage anyone with information to come forward.”
Appeal for Information
Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses or anyone with relevant information.
- Call 101 quoting reference 1688 of 10/07
- Or report online via: www.sussex.police.uk
