Fourth arrest made after teenager stabbed to death in broad daylight in Crawley
A fourth teenager has been arrested after an 18-year-old was stabbed to death in broad daylight in Crawley, Sussex.
Police were called to Malthouse Road, near to Crawley railway station, at 3.21pm on Monday, February 20.
An 18-year-old male was found with serious injuries and despite the best efforts of members of the public and paramedics, who carried out CPR, he was sadly pronounced dead.
His next of kin have been informed and are receiving support.
Officers from Sussex Police carried out an extensive search of the area, assisted by the National Police Air Service helicopter, and a 17-year-old man from Worthing and an 18-year-old man from Horsham were arrested on suspicion of murder.
An 18-year-old female from Crawley has also been arrested for assisting an offender.
On Tuesday morning (21 February), an 18-year-old man from Crawley was also arrested on suspicion of murder.
Chief Inspector Ben Starns, of Crawley Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: "We are treating this as an isolated incident, with no threat to the wider community.
“While we are not seeking anyone else in connection with it, we are still appealing for anyone with any information – or anyone who witnessed the incident or captured footage of it – to come forward."
Chief Insp Starns added: “This incident resulted in the tragic loss of a young man’s life, and it’s a stark reminder of the catastrophic consequences that carrying – and using – a knife can have.
"To create real long-lasting change, it’s essential that we continue to work closely with our partners, young people and their families on awareness and education.”
There will be an increase in police patrols in the area while they investigate.
Information and support:
If you are under 18, you feel threatened, unsafe or scared about becoming a victim of knife crime, you can talk to Childline for help on 0800 1111 or go online.
If you are a parent or carer and you are concerned someone you care for is in danger of becoming a victim of knife crime, you can seek advice from Family Lives on 0808 800 22 22.