Woman threatened by two men with knives in Brighton

Police appealing for witnesses after a woman reported being threatened by two men with knives in Brighton.
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The 34-year-old victim said she was threatened by two men at knifepoint, in Queens Park, at about 1pm on Friday, July 24.

They were disturbed by a dog-walker, according to police, and the victim ran away from her attackers.

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The two men were described by police as white and of medium build.

One was aged in his 20s, 6ft and with distinctive hair shaved at the sides and in a ponytail. The other man is aged about 40, 5ft 10in with short, brown hair.

A 40-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of kidnap and released on bail until August 27, police said.

Detective Constable Ed Downes said: “We would like to speak to anyone who saw anything suspicious in the area at this time, especially anyone walking a dog who disturbed the incident. Please contact us if you can help our investigation.”

Report online or ring 101 quoting serial 1530 of 30/07.