Police have arrested two men following a fight in Uckfield on Saturday night (6 September).
Officers were called to Civic Approach at around 11pm, following reports of an altercation during which several people suffered injuries. One victim was taken to hospital with serious injuries and another suffered minor cuts and bruises.
Following police enquiries, two individuals were arrested in the early hours of Sunday, September 7. A 20-year-old man from Uckfield was arrested on suspicion of actual bodily harm and a 17-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm. Both have been released on bail with conditions while enquiries continue.
Wealden District Commander Mark Evans said: “This was a serious incident that may have caused concern in the community. We want to reassure residents that swift action has been taken, and two arrests have already been made as part of this investigation”.
Anyone with information, mobile phone footage, or who witnessed the incident, is asked to contact police online or by calling 101, quoting serial 1590 of 06/09.
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