MURDER ARREST: Police granted extra time to question Durrington stabbing suspect

Police arrested the teenager shortly after 11pm on Friday (January 30) in Shelby Road. They had been called there following reports of a fight in the street.

On arrival, police discovered a 26-year-old local man had received multiple stab injuries. He was taken to Worthing Hospital where he was pronounced dead at midnight.

Going on information received at the scene, police arrested a 19-year-old man from Durrington. He was taken into custody for questioning.

A police spokesman said today (Sunday, February 1): "Detectives have been given an extension by Worthing Magistrates this morning (Sunday] for an extra 29 hours detention, up until 4pm on Monday, to continue questioning the suspect."

Any witnesses should call police on 0845 6070999 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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