Young Man Fatally Stabbed Near Bognor Regis Pier
A murder investigation is underway after a 20-year-old man was fatally stabbed close to the pier on The Esplanade in Bognor Regis on Friday night (4 April).
Tragic Death After Late-Night Stabbing
Sussex Police responded to reports of a stabbing at around 9.41pm. The victim, a local man in his twenties, was rushed to Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton but sadly died from his injuries in the early hours of Saturday (5 April).
His family has been informed and is receiving support from specially trained officers.
31-Year-Old Arrested Over Murder
A 31-year-old man from Bognor Regis was arrested at a local address on Saturday, suspected of murder. He remains in police custody as detectives probe the shocking attack.
Superintendent Adele Tucknott said: “I’d like to offer my sincere condolences to the family of this young man, who lost his life in such tragic circumstances, and reassure the public that we have a suspect in custody.
We are in the very early stages of our investigation to establish the exact circumstances of what happened, and we’re urging anyone who witnessed it or captured anything on camera to please come forward.”
Police Appeal for Witnesses
An increased police presence has been spotted in the area while enquiries continue. Officers are urging anyone with information or footage to come forward. You can report anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Contact Sussex Police online or call 101, quoting Operation Rudgwick, if you can help the investigation.
