Brick Bashers Target Brighton Buses in Shocking Attacks
Police are hunting a gang of hooded youths who smashed windows on Brighton and Hove buses, terrorising passengers and causing havoc on the streets.
Windows Shattered Near Marine Gate
The latest assault hit just after 7pm on Thursday, 20 February, when a double-decker bus was pelted with bricks near Marine Gate, Brighton. Windows were smashed, leaving passengers shaken but thankfully unhurt. The bus was badly damaged and had to be pulled from service.
Just days before, another terrifying attack saw an object thrown through a bus window, narrowly missing a buggy and its occupant. The escalating violence has alarmed locals and commuters alike.
Youths Lurk in Bushes, Police on Alert
Sussex Police say the attackers – hooded teens in tracksuits – were spotted hiding in bushes near Arundel Road before striking. Similar attacks have been reported across the area in recent weeks, prompting stepped-up patrols.
“Police are seeking information after reports of youths smashing windows on Brighton and Hove buses in the Marine Gate area,” said a Sussex Police spokesperson. “The youths, reportedly hiding in bushes, have been using stones and bricks to target buses in the evenings. We urge anyone with info to call 101 quoting serial 1037 20/2.”
Bus Company Vows to Protect Drivers and Passengers
Brighton and Hove Buses confirmed they are working closely with police to keep everyone safe.
Phil Cassinos, Service Performance Manager at Brighton and Hove Buses, told Sussex News: “We are investigating recent incidents of objects being thrown at vehicles in the Marina area. We take the safety of our passengers and drivers very seriously. Our control team is monitoring the situation on the ground, and we are working closely with the police.”
Residents and passengers are urged to stay alert and report any suspicious behaviour immediately. The hunt is on to catch these reckless youths before they strike again.
