A 16-year-old who was arrested on suspicion of murder after a fatal stabbing in the city remains in custody. 

Police have today confirmed that the 16-year-old arrested following the death of a 17-year-old who was stabbed in Queen's Road, Brighton, is still being held. 

Musafa Momand was taken to the Royal Sussex County Hospital where he later died after being stabbed stabbed at around 5pm on Thursday, October 5. 

A teenager was arrested later that day and has been in custody ever since.

Now, Sussex Police have confirmed that they were granted an extension which has allowed them to keep the 16-year-old in custody for up to 96 hours.

In his latest statement, Detective Chief Inspector Alex Campbell, senior investigating officer, said: “This is a tragic incident in which a young man has lost his life and our thoughts are with Mustafa’s family and friends at this incredibly difficult time.

“A suspect is in custody and a fast-moving investigation is underway to establish exactly what happened. There will be an increased police presence in the area while this is ongoing.

“This incident took place in the centre of the city at a peak time. Officers have already spoken with many witnesses but we continue to urge anyone who saw what happened or saw any suspicious behaviour in the area around that time to please come forward."