TWO men have been charged over the stabbing of a boy.

Police were called to The Beacon in Terminus Road, Eastbourne, on Saturday night after a 17-year-old suffered several "significant" stab wounds to the stomach.

The victim was taken to hospital, where he remains in a stable condition.

Police have now charged two men with wounding with intent and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place.

Inno Makolo, 20, unemployed, of Chatsworth Road, Hackney, and Ashley Roberts-Araujo, 19, a scaffolder, of Sutton Way, Kensington and Chelsea appeared at Brighton Magistrates' Court today and have been remanded in custody to next appear in court on May 14.

A Sussex Police spokesman said: "Police would like to thank all the members of the public who helped the victim at the scene, and all those who have since come forward to support the investigation.

"Officers continue to appeal for any witnesses to get in touch either online or by calling 101 quoting Operation Parkham.

"Alternatively, information can be passed to police anonymously via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."