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Attempted murder arrest after suspected stabbing

Cash Boyle
BBC News, South East
Dan Jessup A police officer stood beside the cordoned scene of an attempted murder in Eastbourne, East Sussex. A trolley can be seen in the background under a black canvas. Dan Jessup
Emergency services were called to Hazelwood Avenue

A man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a suspected stabbing in East Sussex on Sunday, police said.

Emergency services were called to Hazelwood Avenue in Eastbourne at about 13:25 GMT, after reports of a man having sustained serious injuries.

A 57-year-old man has been air-lifted to hospital, said police. Officers said his injuries were "not currently believed to be life-threatening".

Sussex Police said a 58-year-old man from Eastbourne has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, failing to stop for police and dangerous driving.

Dan Jessup A member of forensic police staff taking a photograph at the scene of an attempted murder in Eastbourne. They are wearing all white.Dan Jessup
There will be an increased police presence in the area while the investigation is ongoing, Ch Insp Lewis said

Ch Insp Di Lewis said: "We have a suspect in custody, who is known to the victim, and we are working hard to understand the full details of what has taken place.

"There is not believed to be any wider risk to the public and we are not currently looking for anyone else in connection with the incident."

There will be an increased police presence in the area while the investigation is ongoing, Ch Insp Lewis added.

Anyone who can assist with the investigation is asked to contact Sussex Police.

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