An attack on a 12-year-old boy in Southwick in October has been filmed and shared online.
Police said the victim was approached while walking along Underdown Road with a group of friends on October 28, at around 2pm.
They were approached by two older boys who kicked and punched the victim, causing bruising and swelling to his face.
The incident was filmed using a mobile phone and shared on Instagram.
The boy pictured in the image is described as white, 5’ 9” and of medium build.
He is about 15, with short, mousey coloured hair.
He was wearing khaki colour trousers, a grey hooded jumper and had a black Nike rucksack.
The second boy who filmed the incident, but is not pictured, is described as white, 5’ 9” and of medium build.
He is also thought to be about 15, with curly blond hair.
PC Emma MacSweeney said:
"This was an unprovoked attack on a 12-year-old boy by two suspects who are much bigger than him.
"The assault was filmed by one of them and distributed on social media. We are now appealing to the public for assistance as we are confident someone knows who these individuals are."
Anyone with information is asked to report online or call 101 quoting serial 0499 of 05/11.
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