Police are appealing for witnesses to a serious assault in Battle on this morning (Tuesday).
Emergency services attended Old Ladies Court, near Battle High Street, at around 10.30am.
A 21-year-old man from Battle suffered serious leg injuries consistent with being stabbed.
He was taken to Conquest Hospital in Hastings where he remains in a stable condition.
An investigation is now underway and officers are asking for any witnesses to come forward.
Detective Sergeant Rob Tillyer said: “This is a fast-moving investigation and our officers are in the process of carrying out extensive enquiries.
“I would like to reassure the public that tackling serious violence like this remains a high priority for the force and a thorough investigation is underway.”
Any witnesses or anyone who has any information which could help police with their investigation is asked to report online or call 101, quoting serial 378 of 07/02.
