Police are investigating a series of dangerous attacks on Brighton and Hove buses after a group of hooded youths reportedly threw bricks at a bus near Marine Gate, Brighton.
The latest incident occurred on Thursday, 20 February, just after 7 pm, when a double-decker bus had its windows smashed by projectiles. Passengers onboard were left shaken, but fortunately, no injuries were reported. The damaged bus had to be taken out of service and replaced.
Brighton and Hove Buses have confirmed they are aware of the ongoing issue and are working with police to ensure passenger and driver safety.
Include a recent attack where an object was thrown through a bus window, narrowly missing a buggy.
Phil Cassinos, Service Performance Manager at Brighton and Hove Buses, told Sussex News:
“We are investigating recent incidents of objects being thrown at vehicles in the Marina area. We take the safety of our passengers and drivers very seriously. Our control team is monitoring the situation on the ground, and we are working closely with the police.”
Residents and passengers are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
