Police seek duo after car tyres deflated in Brighton and Hove

54 reports have been received by police

Author: Adam GoacherPublished 29th Mar 2022

Sussex Police have released CCTV footage of two people after a number of vehicles had their tyres deflated in Brighton and Hove.

The duo were seen entering Bernard Road from Hartington Road at around 3.40am on Tuesday the 15th of March.

A number of cars had their tyres deflated in the area around that time and in total, 54 reports have been received by police.

Inspector Nicky Stuart, of Brighton and Hove’s Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: “We understand the impact these crimes are having on the community and I would like to reassure the public that our officers are working round the clock to catch those responsible.

“This type of behaviour will absolutely not be tolerated in Brighton and Hove, and while we have seen a marked drop in the number of incidents since the weekend of March 7/8, any such occurrences are unacceptable.

“We are exploring several lines of enquiry, but as always the public are our eyes and ears. If you see anything suspicious, recognise either of these two individuals or have any information that could help, contact police online or by calling 101, quoting Operation Extinguisher.”

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