Pictures of Bognor Regis murder investigation scene

Police were called to The Esplanade in Bognor, near the pier, yesterday, April 4, to reports of a stabbing. 

A 20-year-old man was taken to the Royal Sussex County Hospital where he died from his injuries in the early hours of this morning, April 5.

His next of kin has been informed and supported by specialist officers.

A police officer at the cordon (Image: Sussex News and Pictures)A 31-year-old man was arrested at an address in Bognor today on suspicion of murder and taken into custody, where he remains at this time.

Pictures show officers at the scene of a cordon on the seafront this afternoon.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or with information should report it online or call 101, quoting Operation Rudgwick.

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.