Sussex Police Add All-Terrain Vehicle for Brighton Beach Patrols at Night

Sussex Police have announced a new all-terrain vehicle for patrols of Brighton seafront and beach, with a focus on night and early-hours use.

The vehicle carries blue lights, a powerful spotlight and high-powered LED lighting. Sussex Police say it allows officers to travel farther along the shingle and respond more quickly.

What the vehicle is for

Where and when: Brighton seafront and beach, particularly at night and in the early hours.

What it adds: Chief Inspector Dan Hiles said the seafront draws millions of visitors and described the vehicle as an additional tool to help reduce offending. He placed it alongside the drones and live facial recognition that Sussex Police use.

A visible presence on the beach

Police describe the vehicle as a highly visible presence. Divisional commander Adam Hays said offenders should expect that visibility and the readiness to respond.

Other seafront safety measures this year

Brighton and Hove City Council announced a patrol boat for the seafront in June, working alongside the RNLI, as part of wider summer safety measures. Our report is here: Brighton and Hove to Reintroduce Patrol Boat as Part of New Seafront Safety Measures.