Emergency Drama in Brighton as Man Climbs Scaffolding
Eastern Road near the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton has been shut tight in both directions. Why? Emergency crews are tackling a tense situation involving a man scaling scaffolding on a building.
Road Closure Sparks Chaos
Police have closed Eastern Road between Paston Place and Sudley Place. Authorities are urging drivers and pedestrians to steer clear as they work to defuse the situation. Sussex Police confirmed:
“Officers are currently responding to a report of a man scaling scaffolding around a building in Eastern Road, Brighton. The road is currently closed in both directions between Paston Place and Sudley Place. Drivers and pedestrians are asked to avoid the area at this time.”
At this stage, there’s no information on why the man is climbing or what he intends to do. Emergency teams remain on site, focused on a safe resolution.
Traffic Nightmare as Locals Face Delays
The closure has sparked traffic chaos in nearby streets as drivers scramble for detours. Residents are warned to plan their journeys carefully and avoid Eastern Road until further notice.
Brighton & Hove Buses Rerouted
Buses running along Eastern Road have been diverted:
- Service 23: Using Lewes Crescent (Sussex Square) both ways.
- Service 1 & 1X: Turn left into Arundel Road, then rejoin normal routes via Marina or Whitehawk; leave Marina via slip road onto Seafront and then Rock Gardens.
- Service 14 & 14C: Detouring along the A259 seafront in both directions.
- Service 7: Westbound diverted via St James’s Street, Rock Gardens, Marine Parade (A259), and Eaton Place; eastbound from Brighton Marina diverts via Marina Slip Road, Marine Parade (A259), then Rock Gardens.
Anyone heading this way should expect delays and check travel updates before setting off.
