Teenage boy admits string of robberies in Brighton

Monday, 24 February 2020 15:48

A 17-year-old boy has admitted to committing a number of robberies in the Brighton area last year. The teenager, who cannot be named due to legal reasons, pleaded guilty to three robberies, four attempted robberies, one count of theft and possession of cannabis at Hove Crown Court last Thursday (February, 20). Officers said it's related to a number of offences that took place within hours in Dyke Road between November 5 and 6 last year. Police said he approached three victims in the street and threatened them with a knife, demanding cash from them and taking two of them to ATMs to withdraw funds, according to police. A further four offences then took place between November 14 and 15. Officers said he approached a couple at a bus stop on Eastern Road and made demands for cash and assaulted them, before going on to do the same to another two people later that evening. DC Georgina Lake said: "These were terrifying attacks on members of the public who should have been able to go about their business without being threatened for their money. "We hope the defendant takes this moment to reflect on his unacceptable behaviour". The defendant has been remanded in youth detention and is due to be sentenced on March 19. More Radio is continuously dedicated to providing a quality news service on-air and online, reporting local stories that matter across Sussex. If you enjoyed reading this story, then check out our home page at moreradio.online where you can find the latest from the county, along with features and competitions from our presenters, as well as listening to the station live. You can also sign up to our news alerts to receive updates on new stories. Simply click on the bell at the bottom right of the home page. This will then allow a pop-up which will ask if you would like to receive alerts. Press ‘allow’ and you’re all signed up! You can also follow us on Facebook and on Twitter.