A stabbing suspect is on the loose after a 17-year-old boy was attacked and left in a serious condition last night (Thursday 17 July).
Sussex Police said: “An investigation is under way after a teenager was stabbed in a property in Martyrs Avenue, Langley Green, Crawley, on Thursday (17 July).
“Police were called to the property at around 9.50pm, and a 17-year-old boy was treated at the scene for a suspected stab wound.
“He has been taken to hospital, where he remains in a serious but stable condition.
“Inquiries are under way to locate a suspect and there will be police activity in the area while this is ongoing.”
Detective Superintendent Suzy Joseph said: “We understand this is a concerning incident for the community but we would ask the public to please avoid the scene while officers carry out their inquiries.
“A fast-moving investigation is now under way and we are asking anyone with any information that could help to contact police online or via 101, quoting serial 1687 of 17/07.”
