Police in Brighton have launched an appeal for information following a distressing racial abuse incident that occurred on a city bus. The incident took place on Saturday, September 2, around 16.43, as the bus, believed to be either number 28 or 29, was passing by The Level.

The incident unfolded on the ground floor of the bus, near the disabled seating area, where both the suspect and the victim were seated at the time. Law enforcement authorities are specifically interested in hearing from a woman wearing a white top who may have witnessed the incident.

The suspect in this case is described as a white man in his 60s, of medium build, and confined to a wheelchair. He had distinctive features, including a grey goatee beard, and was dressed in a long-sleeved checked shirt. Additionally, the suspect was carrying a backpack and had a bandana covering his head, concealing his hair.

This appeal for information comes as part of the ongoing efforts by the police to address incidents of racial abuse and discrimination within the community. Authorities are keen to gather any information that may assist in their investigation and help bring the perpetrator to justice.

Individuals with information relevant to this incident are urged to come forward and report it to the police. This can be done online through the official police reporting portal or by calling 101. It is essential to reference the incident using the identifier “47230171226” when providing information to assist investigators in their efforts to resolve this distressing matter.