Eight Arrested After Weapons Wreck Havoc on Portslade High Street
Sussex Police have swooped on the streets of Portslade, bagging three more suspects after a vicious brawl broke out on Station Road yesterday afternoon. The violent clash, involving weapons, sparked a rapid emergency response around 2:15 pm.
Suspects from Brighton and Beyond Nabbed
The total arrests linked to the melee now stand at eight. Cops have locked up:
- Two 19-year-olds, a 20-year-old, a 21-year-old, and two 23-year-olds from Brighton
- A 29-year-old from Worthing
- A 30-year-old from Oldham
They face serious charges including affray, violent disorder, and causing grievous bodily harm without intent.
Victim Hospitalised but Stable
A 24-year-old man from Norfolk was badly hurt in the fight and remains in hospital. Police confirm his condition is stable—a small relief amid the chaos.
Police Call for Witnesses Amid Investigation
Authorities urgently seek information from anyone who witnessed the incident. Residents can report details via the online form or by calling 101, quoting Operation Linden. Cops have vowed a strong police presence to restore calm following the shocking daytime violence.