A young man faces court today (Tuesday 22 September) charged with stabbing a 13-year-old boy near the seafront in Eastbourne on Sunday.
Kyle Saupe, 20, of Cavendish Place, Eastbourne, was remanded to appear in court on charges of wounding with intent and having an offensive weapon.
He is to appear at Brighton Magistrates’ Court today.
The 13-year-old boy was flown to hospital but has since been discharged.
Sussex Police said: “Four people – two boys aged 16 and one aged 17 and a woman aged 22 – have been bailed with conditions while inquiries continue.
“The victim, who is recovering at home, was stabbed in Grand Parade near the junctions of Elms Avenue and Cavendish Place at about 5.10pm on Sunday and a group of young people were seen leaving the scene.”
The investigating officer, Detective Inspector Rob Tillyer, said: “Anyone who has information, including CCTV, mobile phone or dashcam footage from that area from 4pm to 6pm, is asked to contact police on 101, quoting serial 1096 of 20/09.
“There will be an increased police presence in the area while our inquiries continue. Please speak to our officers if you have any concerns.
“We would ask people not to speculate about the circumstances while the investigation is ongoing.”
