Baby Shaken in Broad Daylight on Brighton Road – Police Hunt Witnesses
Sussex Police have launched a desperate appeal after a horrendous assault on a baby in broad daylight on Bear Road, Brighton.
Terrifying Attack Caught in Traffic Queue
At just before 5pm on Wednesday, April 9, emergency services rushed to the scene after reports that a baby was violently shaken and roughly handled by a man right in front of drivers stuck in traffic.
Officers swiftly arrested a 50-year-old man at the scene. He was taken into custody as the investigation ramped up.
Two More Arrested Over Child Neglect
Following further inquiries, police detained a 38-year-old man and a 36-year-old woman from Brighton on suspicion of child neglect. Both have been released on bail as enquiries continue.
Charged and Facing Court
In the early hours of April 11, Arthur Zagozdzon, 50, of Holland Road, Hove, was formally charged with assault and causing unnecessary suffering to a young person. He’s scheduled to appear at Brighton Magistrates’ Court today.
The baby remains in hospital under close medical care while doctors conduct thorough assessments.
Police Plea for Witnesses and Dashcam Footage
“We understand this is a distressing case. The baby is receiving expert care, and a full investigation is underway,” said Detective Inspector Pippa Nicklin of the Safeguarding Investigations Unit.
“The assault happened in public, with many drivers stuck in traffic. We urge anyone who saw what happened or has dashcam footage to come forward.”
If you witnessed the attack or have footage, contact Sussex Police online or call 101 quoting Operation Ingram.
