A THUG who stabbed a 22-year-old man in the head in an attack for a phone and some cash is on the run.

The man was jumped by three men in Crawley, one of whom stabbed him several times in the arm, shoulder and head before taking his iPhone and money.


The incident happened at about 4.50pm on Wednesday, March 9, when the in Broadwalk, the entrance to Queen Square off The Broadway in Crawley.

The victim was treated at hospital for his injuries but was discharged on the evening of the same day.

Detective Constable Gillian Sadler said: "If you saw what happened that afternoon, or if you recognise this man who carried out the actual attack, we would like to hear from you.

"You can contact us via 101@sussex.pnn.police.uk or call us on 101, quoting serial 1138 of 09/03.

"You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."