A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following the stabbing of an elderly man.

A 65-year-old man sustained chest and back stab wounds during an incident in Elm Place, Rustington, at 3.37pm on Tuesday, November 2.

The man was taken to hospital, where he remains in a serious but stable condition.

Another man, who is also aged 65 and from Rustington, has since been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.

He remains in police custody at this stage.

Investigating officer, Detective Inspector Pauline Lane, said: “We believe this was an isolated incident involving two men known to each other.

“I’d like to reassure the public that there is no threat to the wider community.

“We’re urging anyone who saw what happened, or captured anything on dash cam, CCTV or doorbell footage, to come forward.

“In the meantime, the public can expect to see a heightened police presence in the area as our enquiries continue.”

Anyone with information is encouraged to report it online or call 101, quoting Operation Gardner.