Yesterday, June 13, anti-immigration group South East Patriots planned a march through Brighton city centre as part of a ‘Stop the Boats’ campaign.
In response, a counter protest ‘Carnival Against Fascism’ was organised.
The force also confirmed that eight people were arrested.
These are as follows:
A 58-year-old man from Ditchling was arrested on suspicion of using threatening/abusive words/behaviour, likely to harassment, alarm and distress, and with possessing a class B drug. He has since been conditionally bailed until July 13.
A 23-year-old woman from Brighton was arrested on suspicion of possessing a pyrotechnic article and to prevent a breach of the peace. This has been referred for an out of court disposal.
A 34-year-old woman from Brighton was arrested on suspicion of common assault of an emergency worker. She has since been conditionally bailed until 8 July.
A 53-year-old man from Portslade was arrested on suspicion of common assault. Following enquiries, he has since been released without charge.
A 44-year-old man from Worcestershire was arrested on suspicion of common assault. He has been conditionally bailed until 14 July.
A 22-year-old from Brighton was arrested on suspicion of assaulting a constable in the execution of their duty. He has since been bailed until 13 August.
A 41-year-old man from Hove was arrested to prevent a breach of the peace. He was released a short time later without charge.
A 61-year-old woman from Hove was arrested on suspicion of racially/religiously aggravated intentional harassment/alarm/distress. She has been conditionally bailed until 31 July.
Following the event, Chief Superintendent Adam Hays thanked the public for their patience throughout the protests.
He said: “Over 4,000 people gathered today to protest in Brighton city centre. We understand there was some disruption because of this, however we had a large policing presence in place and worked with partners to keep everybody safe.
“Public order policing is complex, and while we understand this can be frustrating, we always balance the rights of all protest groups and the wider community.”
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