Reggie Perrin pile of clothes on Brighton beach prompts 999 search

A Reggie Perrin pile of clothes on a beach in Brighton prompted a search by the emergency services today (Saturday 3 January).

Sussex Police said: “Police and coastguards have been searching the beach near Duke’s Mound, Madeira Drive, Brighton, after a member of the public found a quantity of abandoned clothing there shortly after 11am.

“Items included a black XX large Superdry jacket with an orange lining, a pair of 34in waist black George-brand trousers and a large blue Hollister t-shirt.”

The force appealed to anyone who saw anything suspicious or who has information that may help trace the owner of the clothing to get in touch,

Anyone with information can phone Sussex Police on 101 or email 101@sussex.pnn.police.uk.