Three Youths Detained Following Brighton City Centre Altercation

Sussex Police has announced the apprehension of three teenagers subsequent to a confrontation in Brighton city centre. The police force indicated it responded to a report of a group engaged in a fight in Bartholomew Square at 23:20 GMT on December 14. Authorities further stated that a related assault occurred on East Street shortly thereafter, and it was reported that individuals involved in the incident were carrying knives. The teenagers taken into custody were all male, aged 15, 15, and 16 years old. They currently remain in detention, and an investigation into the matter is ongoing. Police have requested that anyone with pertinent information contact them. Readers can stay informed by following BBC Sussex on Facebook, X, and Instagram. Submissions for story ideas are welcomed at southeasttoday@bbc.co.uk or via WhatsApp at 08081 002250. This content is copyrighted by BBC, 2024. All rights are reserved. The BBC disclaims responsibility for the material presented on external websites. Further details concerning our policy on linking to external sites can be found.