Officers investigating a stabbing have appealed for help to find a bag which may have been left near the scene.

Emergency services responded to the incident in Sutton Avenue, Peacehaven, at about 5.30pm on Friday, May 19.

A 19-year-old man from Brighton sustained serious injuries and remains in hospital in a stable condition.

Now, Sussex Police are appealing for any further witnesses to come forward and to locate a bag worn by the victim which may have been left in the area.

It is a dark-coloured satchel or shoulder bag with light coloured straps.

Officers are asking residents to check bins, gardens and outdoor spaces in the area near Arundel Road West and Sutton Road in the town.

Witnesses or anyone with relevant CCTV or dashcam is asked to report it to Sussex Police online, quoting reference 1221 of 19/05.