A TEENAGER was stabbed in the street as three attackers stole his phone.

The 18-year-old remains in hospital after the incident, which happened at about 1.30am this morning.

His injury is serious but not life-threatening, police said.

Officers believe the victim was attacked in Church Street near Mount Zion Place in Brighton, and then made his way towards the Clock Tower, where a member of the public called emergency services.

Two men aged 33 and 38 have been arrested on suspicion of robbery and wounding with intent, and a 39-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.

They remain in custody for questioning, and police are appealing for any witnesses to come forward.

Detective Inspector Simon Morgan: "Our investigation is progressing quickly, and we are appealing to hear from anyone who witnessed what happened or who has information that may assist with our enquiries.

"The victim suffered a serious injury and we are determined to establish who is responsible and bring them to justice.

"We are grateful to the member of the public who responded swiftly in ensuring the victim could get the medical care he needed.

"Please be assured incidents such as this are extremely rare and there is not thought to be a threat to the wider public at this time."

Anyone with information is urged to report online or call 101, quoting 90 of 26/03.