Brighton 'I Can't Breathe' Video Referred To Police Watchdog

The second video relates to the arrest of a 28-year-old man in Montpelier Road, Brighton, on Tuesday (7),  by officers searching for a missing 17-year-old girl.

In the video, the man being restrained can be heard saying: "Why have you got your arm on my neck? Bro, I can't breathe."

It's as three officers hold the man to the ground, after he reportedly became aggressive.

In a statement, Chief Superintendent Nick May said that the man filmed in the first video in hove was found to be in possession of a pair of garden shears, two kitchen knives and suspected stolen goods. 

Ch Supt Nick May added:

"We understand that some people may find these videos shocking but it is important for people to understand the wider context.

"Both videos show a small part of much longer interactions.

"All police officers are trained to use reasonable force, lawfully and proportionately, if they believe there is an imminent risk of physical harm to either the public or to themselves, and if they cannot otherwise defuse the situation.

"We are reviewing these incidents, including body worn video footage captured at the scene, to identify if any further investigation or learning is required.

"We have voluntarily advised the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) that we intend to refer the most recent matter to them for additional scrutiny.

"It is vital people can trust and have confidence in our policing approach, that we are fair, inclusive and that we treat everyone in our diverse communities equally and with respect. We meet regularly with community groups and independent advisors to seek their feedback and advice on this but accept there is always more work to do.

"We await the outcome of the reviews of these incidents and will take any appropriate action as required."

Both men were released but remain under investigation.