Sussex Police are appealing for information following an incident where a man reported being spiked and then assaulted outside a shop in Western Road, near Clarence Square, on June 27th, between 7 pm and 8 pm.

A 40-year-old man from Brighton has been arrested in connection with the report. He is suspected of false imprisonment, administering a noxious substance, and assault. The suspect has since been released on bail while investigations continue.

There are believed to have been many witnesses to the incident. Sussex Police urge anyone who saw what happened or has footage of the area to come forward.

If you have any information or footage regarding the incident, please contact Sussex Police online or by calling 101, quoting reference 1465 of 27/06.