Men arrested after Yapton attack

The suspects - aged 29, 27 and 18 - were arrested on suspicion of affray following an attack on a 35-year-old man on the evening of Monday, July 25.

Police and emergency services were called to Cobham Close, Yapton, about 6.25pm to reports a man was being beaten by a group of men.

The victim was taken to St Richard’s Hospital for treatment for facial injuries and was kept overnight for treatment.

The 27-year-old suspect was treated at Worthing Hospital for minor injuries before he was released into police custody.

The two men arrested for affray are from Chichester and the 29-year-old who was arrested on suspicion of affray and criminal damage is from Yapton.

Anyone who saw the fight or who can help the police with their inquiries should call 0845 60 70 999 quoting 1533 of 25/07 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.