FOUR teenagers and a man have been arrested after police were called to a fight between a group of youths.
Witnesses reported seeing some of the group carrying weapons during the clash in Three Bridges shortly before 5pm.
The police helicopter was also called to assist ground units attending the incident.
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A Sussex Police spokesman said: “We were called to Gales Drive in Crawley to reports of an altercation between a group of youths.
“Some of the group were seen to be in possession of weapons.
“Officers attended the scene and arrested four teenagers aged between 15 and 17 and a 25-year-old man on suspicion of offences including affray and possession of a bladed article in a public place.
“A knife and bat were found nearby.
“Anyone with any information about the altercation is asked to contact police online or by calling 101 quoting serial 1044 of 13/07.”
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