Knife Crime Thwarted After Sharp-Eyed Public Spots Blades in Brighton
PCSO Flagged Down Over Suspicious Knife Sighting
A vigilant PCSO on patrol was stopped by concerned locals who spotted two men carrying a blade on Ann Street at around 3.45pm on Monday 5 September.
Suspects Nabbed Nearby with Knife Recovered
Officers acted fast, receiving a detailed description and quickly tracking down the suspects in Denton Gardens, Brighton Road. Two men, aged 44 and 47 from Worthing, were detained. A knife was found nearby and seized by police.
Arrests Made – Investigation Ongoing
The men were arrested on suspicion of possession of a knife in public but have now been released under investigation while enquiries continue.
Police Praise Public and Urge Vigilance
Investigating officer PC Shaun Moreland said: “This incident shows how vital our PCSOs are, patrolling daily and working closely with the public to tackle crime swiftly.”
“We always encourage people to report crimes or suspicious behaviour—either directly to officers, online, or via 101. If it’s an emergency, call 999 immediately.”
Anyone with information is urged to report it online or call 101 quoting crime reference 47220166562.
