Teenager assaulted outside Chichester community centre

The incident took place outside Swanfield Park community centre in Swanfield Drive, Chichester, yesterday, June 19. 

The teenager, a 19-year-old male from Selsey, was taken to hospital for treatment and released. 

Three people, a 16-year-old boy, a 22-year-old man and a 56-year-old man, have been arrested for attempted grievous body harm, affray and possession of an offensive weapon.

Police are appealing for witnesses.

Police cars at the scene (Image: Sussex News and Pictures) A spokeswoman for Sussex Police said: “Three people have been arrested after a 19-year-old from Selsey was assaulted outside Swanfield Park community centre, Chichester on Thursday evening, June 19.

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“The victim was taken to hospital for treatment and was released.

“A 16-year-old boy and two men, aged 22 and 56, have been arrested for attempted grievous body harm, affray and possession of an offensive weapon and are in custody.  

“Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information is asked to call 101, quoting 1586 of 19/6.”