Sussex Police are seeking a Brighton nonce after a vicious homophobic attack outside Belgian Chips in Queen’s Road, Brighton.
The pair were making their way to Brighton station after a live music event on June 7 when a man shouted homophobic abuse at them. He then punched them in the face.
Police want to speak to the man in the photograph in relation to the incident. If anyone is hiding or hanging around with this person, then let the Police know his whereabouts.
A spokesman for Sussex Police said: “The man is described as in his 40s and wearing a grey coat. It is possible that he may be a member of the street community.”
DC James Botting said: “After completing a number of enquiries in an effort to identify the man, we are turning to the public for their support.
“If you recognise this man please call 101, quoting serial 1501 of 7/6.”
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