Police are investigating a report a man grabbed a 13-year-old girl as she walked to school.

The incident happened as the victim was taking a short cut through Hove Cemetery at about 8.10am today.

The man allegedly dragged the girl a short distance before she managed to break free and run away.

The suspect is described as tanned, about 6ft and between 40 and 50 years old.

He has a very large build with dark hair long enough to tuck behind his ears.

He was wearing a long brown T-shirt, brown baggy trousers and a red scarf with white dots around his neck.

Detective Sergeant David Rose said: "We are working closely with the school in relation to this report and will be carrying out extra patrols in the area.

"While incidents like this are obviously concerning, we are not currently linking this to any others.

"The public are reminded to be vigilant and report anything suspicious."

Anyone with information is asked to contact Sussex Police online at sussex.police.uk or call 101, quoting serial 248 of 26/04.