A man is in a serious condition in hospital after being attacked.
Emergency services attended Broadfield Barton, Crawley, at around 6.45pm on Wednesday after a man in his 30s was found with a head injury.
He was taken to hospital, where he remains in a serious condition.
An investigation was launched and enquiries, including house-to-house visits and CCTV trawls, have been ongoing.
The public can expect to see an increased, visible police presence in the area as this continues.
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A Sussex Police spokesman said: “Investigating officers would like to speak to anyone who saw what happened, or who may have any other information relating to the assault.
“They would particularly like to hear from anyone who may have captured relevant CCTV, doorbell or dash cam footage from the area.
“Any witnesses or those with information are asked to contact police online or by calling 101 quoting Operation Eastbrook.”
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