A HOTEL worker was attacked during an attempted burglary.

Police were called over the assault at the Preston Park Hotel, Brighton at 4am on Thursday, September 24.

It was claimed a man had tried to steal a cash box then ran off.

Later, there were reports of a man behaving suspiciously in Hartington Road in Brighton, and then a report of an attempted break-in at nearby Varndean Road.

Police say they are treating the incidents as linked.

A suspect was arrested nearby.

Now the force has confirmed a 53-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of burglary with intent to steal and assault occasioning actual bodily harm. He was bailed while the investigation continues.

Anyone with information or who saw anything suspicious can report online or call 101, quoting serial 125 of 24/09.

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