A teenager from Brighton has died after he was punched in the head in a fight last night (Saturday 14 April).Connor Saunders, 19, of Downsway, Woodingdean, was attacked in West Street, Rottingdean, between 10.30pm and 11pm.
Sussex Police said that he was hit after “an altercation between two groups” who knew each other.
Three boys – a 13-year-old and two 14-year-olds – were arrested shortly afterwards on suspicion of assault causing grievous bodily harm (GBH).
They have now been arrested on suspicion of murder and remained in custody this afternoon (Sunday 15 April).
Connor, who celebrated his 19th birthday three weeks ago, played County League football for Peacehaven and Telscombe FC where his father Shaun is the manager.
The youngster was taken to the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton after the attack but doctors were unable to save him.
Detective Chief Inspector Nick May, of the Surrey and Sussex Major Crime Team, is leading the investigation.
He said: “Sadly a young man has now died following a serious assault in Rottingdean last night. Read More
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