A man had to be taken to hospital with serious injuries following a knife attack in Crawley.

Officers were called to St James Walk at Broadfield Barton around 8.15pm on Sunday, after reports of the individual being attacked by a group people.

The 38-year-old victim was taken to hospital following his injuries which were described as serious but not life changing. He was later discharged, and police have stepped up their presence in the area.

No arrests have been made.