A 23-year-old man has been sentenced following the death of a 25-year-old man in Worthing last September.

Emergency services attended an address in Lindum Road, Tarring, Worthing on Wednesday 3 September following a report of a man suffering serious injuries.

Jack Mitten, 25, of Lindum Road, tragically died at the scene.

An extensive, fast-moving manhunt ensued and resulted in the arrest of Taylor Mitten, 23, on Friday 5 September.

He was held in police custody and charged with murder on 8 September. Following an appearance at Crawley Magistrates’ Court the same day, Mitten was remanded into custody.

A year later, Mitten pleaded guilty to manslaughter on the grounds of diminished responsibility on 11 September at Hove Crown Court.

He appeared at Brighton Crown on 22 October for sentencing.

Taylor Mitten, of Lindum Road, Worthing was given an indefinite hospital order under Sections 37 and 41 of the Mental Health Act.

Detective Chief Inspector Mark Cullimore, the senior investigating officer on this case, said: “As this case has now concluded, I’d once again to thank all of the officers and staff who have worked ceaselessly and diligently throughout this investigation and court proceedings, as well as the witnesses and members of the public who came forward to provide valuable information to aid enquiries.

“Our thoughts continue to be with Jack’s family during this unimaginably difficult time. They will receive the full ongoing support of Sussex Police specialist trained officers during what continues to be a such a tragic time navigating a devastating loss.

“We strongly request media and members of the public to respect the request of the family to respect their privacy while they come to terms with the loss of their son, Jack, and the conclusion of these proceedings.”