Teen Charged with Murder After Seaford Station Stabbing
A 16-year-old boy from Seaford appeared at Brighton Magistrates’ Court charged with the murder of fellow 16-year-old Joshua Ingram. He also faces a separate knife possession charge.
Brutal Stabbing Over Drug Debt
Prosecutors revealed Joshua, from Newhaven, was stabbed twice at Seaford railway station on Wednesday evening – once in the back and once in the side. The teen died within an hour, with the court hearing the injuries were so severe that he would have lost his life within minutes. The attack is said to have been sparked by a drug-related debt.
Court Hearing Details
The accused, who cannot be named for legal reasons, appeared today at Brighton Magistrates’ Court. He only confirmed his name, age, and address during the brief hearing. Defence solicitor Rachel Pain represented him. District Judge Amanda Kelly called the case “the tragic and frankly shocking death of another young person.”
The teenager was remanded into youth custody and is set to appear at Lewes Crown Court on Monday, 15 September 2025.
Remembering Joshua and Community Shock
Joshua Ingram’s family described him as a “cheeky chappy who was loved by many” taken “far too soon.” Police say Joshua and the accused knew each other, stressing this was an isolated incident. The community is left grieving and reflecting on how quickly things can spiral out of control among young people, even over a small debt.
