A 20-YEAR-OLD man has suffered "potentially life-changing injuries" from a knife attack in a cemetery.

His wrist was slashed as he tried to defend himself from a gang of men in Western Road, Haywards Heath, last night.

The victim was travelling home on an electric scooter at 7.30pm when the mob approached him and followed him into the cemetery, then attacked him with a blade.

Police have received reports that there were three or four men in the group, all apparently wearing hoodies with their faces covered.

Investigating Supervisor David Bell, of Sussex Police, said: “The victim suffered serious arm injuries and is understandably distressed by the situation.

“We believe the group of three or four men who approached the victim may be connected to a small silver car that was spotted at the scene.

"The group were reported to be wearing hooded tops and had their faces covered.

“If you saw this car or the assault we are urging you to come forward to us with any information you may have.

“We have received no other reports of this matter in this area.”

Anyone with information about the attack should call the force on 101 quoting serial 1421 of 04/07.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.