A TEENAGE woman has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after gunshots were heard during an alleged city centre fight.

The 19-year-old woman was arrested by officers investigating the Monday incident in Rock Place, Brighton. 

Police believe a firearm was discharged during the alleged fight involving three people shortly after 11.50am.

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Police found the victim, who did not suffer any injuries.

Officers launched a search for two suspects – a man and a woman.

A teenage woman has now been arrested at an address in central Brighton and has been bailed "subject to strict conditions" while enquiries continue.

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Detective Inspector Donna Ward said: “Our investigation is moving at pace and we are continuing to progress lines of enquiry in order to establish the circumstances of this incident.

“Whilst an arrest has been made, the investigating team are keeping an open mind as to her involvement.

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“We are continuing to appeal to the public for information that may assist with enquiries and with identifying the suspects.

“The man is described as white, in his mid-late 20s, with short mousey brown hair and wearing dark blue jeans and a black puffer jacket. 

“The woman is described as being late teens or early 20s, of slim build, with long blonde hair and wearing a red coat with a fur trim around the hood.

“Anyone with information is asked to report online or by calling 101, quoting Operation Spyglass.”