Horsham assault results in five males being arrested

A man was attacked in his own car because five males got into the driver's car thinking it was a taxi.

#Sussex #Police officers were in attendance to the scene amid reports of an assault.

A Sussex Police spokes lady said: “The group left the area in two separate vehicles. Police carried out a number of fast-time enquiries, and swiftly arrested five men on suspicion of affray in the Causeway, in #Horsham."

“The men, aged between 24, and 32, and all from areas outside of Sussex, remain in custody at this time."

“Police continue to carry out high-visibility patrols in Southwater to identify, and deter any criminal, and anti-social behaviour.”

Members of the public are urged to continue reporting information to police, so officers can respond effectively."

“Information can be reported online, or by calling 101, or anonymously via the independent charity, #Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111.”