Chaos on Eastern Road: Man Climbs Scaffold, Throws Items at Traffic
A major traffic headache hit Eastern Road in Brighton on Monday, October 7, after a man scaled scaffolding on a building site and started hurling objects onto the road. Police swooped in, shutting the area down to keep the public safe.
Police Cordoned Off Area after Dangerous Stunt
Officers arrived promptly and put up a cordon after receiving reports that items were being thrown from the scaffolding. The flying debris posed a serious risk to passing vehicles and pedestrians alike.
Arrest and Charges for Peter Budd
Peter Budd, 57, who has no fixed address, was arrested later that day. He now faces a string of charges: intentionally or recklessly causing a public nuisance, three counts of assaulting emergency workers, and using threatening, abusive or insulting language to cause harassment, alarm or distress.
Next Court Date Set, Traffic Delays Warned
Budd appeared at Brighton Magistrates’ Court the next day and was remanded in custody. His next hearing is scheduled for November 5. Meanwhile, police urged drivers to avoid Eastern Road during the incident due to significant traffic disruption.
