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Boy arrested on suspicion of murder after stabbing

Eddie Mitchell Police officers at the scene in HailshamEddie Mitchell
A police presence remained at the scene on Thursday evening

A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man was stabbed in Hailsham.

Sussex Police said emergency services were called to the Vicarage Field area at about 18:20 BST to reports a man had suffered a serious chest injury.

The victim, in his 20s, was treated by paramedics but confirmed dead at the scene.

Ch Insp James Scott said: "Our thoughts are with the family of this young man as we seek to understand exactly what happened this evening".

The force said the suspect, who remained in custody, was found at a property in the town.

Ch Insp Scott said: “This is a tragic incident which I know will be distressing for the community."

Eddie Mitchell Police standing in the street at the scene. It is dark and a traffic light is on amber. There is no traffic.Eddie Mitchell
A man in his 20s was confirmed dead at the scene in the Vicarage Field area

He said a "significant" police presence would remain in the area on Thursday night as part of the investigation and to offer reassurance to the community.

Anyone with information has been asked to contact the force.

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