Man arrested at Brighton Train Station after claiming to have an explosive weapon

On #Sunday, 16th, #May, 2021, #Brighton #Train Station was temporarily closed to the public due to a man claiming to have had an explosive device, whilst making threats.

(Cc) Dwayne Hards.

A man aged 27 years old was detained "swiftly" by #Sussex #Police. Sussex Police had done a deep-search of the area, it turned out that the man was unarmed. The man was taken in for questioning.

Superintendent Justin Burtenshaw said: "This is being treated as an isolated incident, and there is not thought to be any threat to public at this time. The cordon has now been lifted, and train services have resumed from Brighton #Railway Station. Officers remain at the scene working with British Transport Police to carry out further enquiries. We are thankful to the public for their patience, and understanding while we carried out our work.”