A security firm is doing its part to help prevent crime and accidents by patrolling Brighton seafront on a quad bike late at night.

The Resolve Security Beach Patrol Project is a visual deterrent and safety measure to help protect vulnerable people during nights out.

The move comes days after the announcement of a Sussex Police initiative that trains city bouncers on how to spot people vulnerable to sex attacks.

Resolve Security’s quad bike is equipped with a first aid kit, defibrillator, thermal blankets and a Nightsafe Radio. Security officers will also carry a body-worn camera, which will record any issues they may come across.

Resolve Security boss Kat Bradshaw-Denton said: “The main aim of the Resolve Security Beach Patrol is to protect those who attempt to endanger the lives of themselves or others through entering the sea whilst being in a vulnerable state. A person can be made vulnerable through being under the influence of alcohol or drugs or being alone and separated from friends. Mental health issues can also be a contributing factor to a person’s vulnerability.

“We also aim to prevent vulnerable people who may be at risk of predatory behaviour and anti-social behaviour. If a vulnerable person is identified we can then take positive steps to intervene and get help from the relevant local authorities.

"The project will work closely with Sussex Police, RNLI coastguards and the seafront clubs and door staff, to ensure that any vulnerable people that leave their premises are kept safe, and do not venture down to the lower part of the beach.“

The project is fully-funded by the security company for the safety of the public. The first patrol launches tomorrow (Friday) at 11pm.