Boy, 16, robbed and attacked by seven men in park
The incident happened at The Level in Lewes Road, Brighton, on 7 September
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An attack by seven men on a 16-year-old boy in a Brighton park has sparked an appeal for witnesses by police.
Officers were called to the incident at The Level in Lewes Road, Brighton, at 21:10 BST on 7 September.
A group of seven men had approached the teenager, stolen his phone and attacked him, causing minor injuries, Sussex Police said.
Another 16-year-old boy was also threatened and had his phone stolen, the force said.
鈥淚t is believed a dog walker and a woman saw the incident and we are appealing for them to get in contact with police,鈥 a police spokesperson said.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or who has information is urged to contact the force.
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