Hammer Horror: Man Drives into Three in Southwick Attack

Police are hunting for witnesses after a terrifying assault involving a hammer in Southwick on September 24.

Blow-Up on The Twitten

The drama unfolded between 6:30pm and 9pm on The Twitten when a man drove up to three others and suddenly wheeled out a hammer. In a flash, the trio turned on him, assaulting the man before making a quick getaway.

Arrest Made but Questions Remain

A 23-year-old man from Lancing was arrested on suspicion of attempted grievous bodily harm and possession of an offensive weapon in public. He has since been released on bail as police dig deeper into the case.

Did You See It?

Officers are desperate to speak to the three men who confronted the hammer-wielding suspect. They may hold vital information that could crack the investigation wide open.

If you witnessed the incident or have any details, call police on 101 quoting serial 1517 of 24/09 or report online immediately.

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