Knife-Wielding Man Detained After Vandalising Brighton’s Trinity Church
A man was detained by police after reportedly using a knife to scratch the exterior of Brighton’s iconic Trinity Church on Trinity Street. The disturbing incident sparked alarm among locals.
Knife Attack on Brighton Church Sparks Alarm
The drama unfolded at around 6.40pm on Sunday, 6 July. Officers rushed to Trinity Street following reports of a man brandishing a knife to cause criminal damage outside the church.
“Officers attended Trinity Street, Brighton at around 6.40pm on Sunday (6 July) following a report of a knife being used to commit criminal damage outside a church,” confirmed Sussex Police.
45-Year-Old Man Detained But Not Arrested
- The 45-year-old suspect was detained and searched at the scene.
- Police found him in possession of cannabis.
- Instead of arrest, he was given a community resolution, a non-court action for low-level offences where offenders accept responsibility.
- No injuries occurred during the incident.
Community Reaction and Next Steps
Trinity Church officials have not released a public statement but are said to be cooperating with the police investigation.
Locals and churchgoers welcomed the swift police response, relieved the threat was swiftly contained.
