13-year-old in hospital after suspected stabbing as five arrested in Worthing

A 13-year-old boy has been taken to hospital following a suspected stabbing in the centre of Worthing.

Police were called on Sunday afternoon following an incident in Chapel Road.

Five people have been detained.

Pictures show a heavy police presence in Montague Place close to McDonalds.

Sussex Police say they believe it is an isolated incident, and do not believe there is a threat to the wider community.

The victim is being treated in hospital but the extent of his injuries is not known.