A MAN was taken to hospital after he was stabbed in the legs. 

The victim, 37, was taken to the trauma unit at the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton. 

The incident happened on Saturday mid-afternoon, below the rose garden in Warrior Square gardens, St Leonards.

His injuries were not considered to be life-threatening and he was later allowed home.

Anyone able to assist detectives is asked to contact Sussex Police online or by phoning 101, quoting serial 788 of 29/09.

Alternatively they can visit Crimestoppers or contact the independent charity anonymously on 0800 555 111.