Two people have been released on bail after a teenager was slashed with a knife.
The 16-year-old, from Hove, suffered serious cuts to her arm and face in the incident.
Two people, one male and one female, were arrested after the incident. Police discovered a Stanley knife covered with blood at an address in Portslade. They have been released on bail while officers wait for the result of a forensic test on the knife.
Detective Constable Graham Mepham, of Hove CID, said the victim was recovering from the incident at home.
He said: "We are appealing for witnesses. It was early evening so there were people travelling past. We need to clarify certain details."
Anyone with inform-ation should call 0845 60 70 999.
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