A man arrested on suspicion of vandalising a Jewish memorial has been released on bail while investigations continue.
the 58-year-old man from Hove was arrested on yesterday on suspicion of racially/religiously aggravated criminal damage after footage of the incident was circulated online.
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Detective Superintendent Ben Newman said: “We understand that this incident has caused great upset within many communities, and we would like to reassure the public that our investigation team is working hard to gather all the facts and bring this matter to a positive conclusion.”
If you witnessed the incident, or have information to report to us, you can contact police online or by calling 101 quoting reference 158 of 4/10.
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Bailed?? Kicking it into the long grass like the Manchester nose breakers, hoping we will forget.
He should be jailed. None of the usual excuses. He just a nasty, evil man.
I don’t condone the desecration of any memorial. It’s wrong and abhorrent.
If the police kept him in custody, they would have to charge him after 24 hours or release him, unless they apply for an extension. If he’s charged, the police generally are not allowed to question him further. They can question him further if he is bailed but not charged. If he has a permanent address and is not likely to flee, then bail seems a good option while they investigate and agree with the CPS whether or not to charge him.
I look forward to his trial, guilty verdict and hearing that he has a long custodial sentence. I’m sure his solicitor will have the usual excuses at the ready, ADHD, autism, mental health issues. The fact is, he’s an evil anti semite.