Sussex Police are urgently investigating a serious aggravated burglary in Brighton that left a woman in her 40s hospitalised. The attack took place shortly after midnight on 15 May at a property in Goodwood Way, Moulsecoomb.
Authorities have released CCTV and doorbell camera footage showing two suspects and are calling for witnesses and anyone with related video evidence to come forward to assist with the investigation.
Responding to early reports of an assault, police arrived at the scene where the woman had suffered serious injuries. She was quickly taken to hospital and remains under treatment. The incident has raised concern across the local community.
As part of the ongoing investigation, officers have released images of two individuals they want to identify. The first suspect is described as larger built, wearing a dark hooded top and grey jogging bottoms with a distinctive stripe. The second suspect is smaller, seen wearing a light-coloured hooded top beneath a possible dark jacket or gilet.
Scene of Crime officers have conducted thorough forensic searches at the property and surrounding streets, including Moulsecoomb Way, Birdham Road, and Hodshrove Road. Detectives continue door-to-door enquiries, seeking further witness accounts and footage.
Detective Inspector Jennifer Pietersen said, “This was a serious assault that has left a woman requiring hospital treatment. We understand residents’ concerns and have increased police presence to reassure the community. We urge anyone with CCTV or doorbell footage from the area to come forward.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Sussex Police online or call 101 quoting reference 121 of 15/05.
Originally published by UKNIP.
