england/england/england/brighton/”>brighton/”>brighton/”>Brighton was rocked on the evening of September 13, 2025, when a 16-year-old boy was stabbed outside Wiltshire House on Lavender Street. The attack happened around 5:30pm as the teenager hung out with friends and got into a heated clash with a group of youths.
Victim Rushed to Hospital but Now Discharged
The boy suffered a serious stab wound and was rushed to hospital. Fortunately, he has since been discharged. Sussex Police were Quickquick on the scene and launched a probe into the violent assault.
Four Teens Arrested Following Stabbing
- A 15-year-old has been charged with causing grievous bodily harm with intent.
- Two others, aged 16 and 17, face assault charges.
- All four suspects remain unnamed due to their ages.
Three were remanded in custody after a Brighton Magistrates’ Court hearing on September 16, while the fourth was granted bail.
Police Urge Witnesses to Come Forward
“We urge anyone who witnessed what happened, or who has any information, footage, or photos, to come forward,” said Detective Chief Inspector Alex Campbell. “Your help can be crucial in ensuring justice is done.”
If you have any info, contact Sussex Police on 101 quoting reference 958 of 13/09, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
This case highlights Sussex Police’s commitment to cracking down on Streetstreet violence and Keepingkeeping Brighton’s community safe.
