Teen Arrested for Knife Possession in Portslade
Police swooped on Church Road, Portslade, on Thursday morning after worried locals raised the alarm. Around 11.20am, officers from Brighton and Hove’s Neighbourhood Policing Team arrested a 16-year-old boy on suspicion of carrying a knife in public.
Operation Safety Cracks Down on Knife Crime
The arrest was part of Operation Safety, Sussex Police’s crackdown on knife crime through tough enforcement and community education. The teenager has since been released under investigation while inquiries continue.
Sergeant Praises Public and Police Swift Response
“I would like to thank the members of the public who reported this incident and I commend the officers for their prompt response in getting this individual into custody,” said Sergeant Alec Barrett.
“Acting proactively in enforcement and education is key to tackling knife crime. We engage with young people to address root causes while catching offenders.”
“We will keep working round the clock to keep Brighton and Hove safe. The public are our eyes and ears, so please report concerns at the Sussex Police website, call 101, or dial 999 in an emergency.”
