Preston Street was cordoned off in the early hours of this morning (Tuesday, May 21).
An incident – reportedly involving a suspicious device – was reported around 2.30am.
Photos from the scene show multiple police cars, officers and ‘explosive search dogs’. The street was taped off at both ends.
Sussex Police issued a statement on Tuesday afternoon, confirming that officers were called to a ‘report of a suspicious package’ outside of a property.
A spokesperson added: “The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) responded and carried out a controlled explosion.
“The area was declared safe, the road has been re-opened and there are no ongoing concerns.”
1. Sussex Police in major response to Brighton incident as dog unit called in
The police dog unit was called in as part of a major emergency response to an incident in Brighton overnight. Preston Street was taped off in the early hours of this morning (Tuesday, May 21). Photo: ZACK STREET / EDDIE MITCHELL
2. Sussex Police in major response to Brighton incident as dog unit called in
The police dog unit was called in as part of a major emergency response to an incident in Brighton overnight. Preston Street was taped off in the early hours of this morning (Tuesday, May 21). Photo: ZACK STREET / EDDIE MITCHELL
3. Sussex Police in major response to Brighton incident as dog unit called in
The police dog unit was called in as part of a major emergency response to an incident in Brighton overnight. Preston Street was taped off in the early hours of this morning (Tuesday, May 21). Photo: ZACK STREET / EDDIE MITCHELL
4. Sussex Police in major response to Brighton incident as dog unit called in
The police dog unit was called in as part of a major emergency response to an incident in Brighton overnight. Preston Street was taped off in the early hours of this morning (Tuesday, May 21). Photo: ZACK STREET / EDDIE MITCHELL