Overview

• The incident took place at around 8:45 am on June 13 as the boy walked along Dyke Road close to a popular beachside park.
• Officers say the suspect attempted to grab the nine-year-old before following him along the road.
• A 39-year-old Brighton man was arrested on suspicion of common assault and possession of a Class B drug.
• The arrested man has been released on bail while detectives continue to gather evidence.
• Local residents and parents have expressed renewed concerns about child safety in public spaces near Brighton’s beach and shopping district.