Man Seriously Injured in Knife Attack Eastbourne
Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or who may have relevant CCTV or dashcam footage to come forward.
Investigation Launched After Two People Found Dead at Property in Bexhill
Sussex Police have launched an investigation after a 75-year-old man and a 90-year-old woman were found dead at a property in College Road, Bexhill. Enquiries are ongoing.
Search Launched for Missing Man Phil, 76, Last Seen in Worthing, West Sussex
Police have launched an urgent appeal to find Phil, 76, last seen in Worthing, West Sussex. Public urged to call 101 immediately quoting reference 265 of 29/04 with any information.
Urgent Appeal: 14-Year-Old Zoe Missing from Yapton, West Sussex
“Zoe, if you are reading this, please contact Sussex Police.”
Urgent Search for Missing Child Ellie, 12, Last Seen at Burgess Hill Railway Station
Sussex Police have launched an urgent appeal to find Ellie, 12, last seen at Burgess Hill Railway Station. She may have links to Crawley. Public urged to call 101 with sightings.
Chichester Man Convicted of Rape, Assault and Coercive Control After Campaign of Abuse
A Chichester man who subjected five young women to a shocking campaign of physical, sexual and emotional abuse has been convicted at Portsmouth Crown Court. George de Bathe, 25, of North Mead, Chichester, was found guilty of multiple offences, including six counts of rape, actual bodily harm (ABH), sexual assault, false imprisonment, and coercive and […]
Search for Truth Continues Seven Years After Georgina Gharsallah’s Disappearance
As the seventh anniversary of the disappearance of Georgina Gharsallah passes, Sussex Police have renewed their appeal for truth, justice, and answers, urging the public — and especially those withholding information — to come forward. Georgina, then 30 years old, was last seen on March 7, 2018, in Worthing. Despite a years-long investigation involving hundreds […]
Katie Price Drink-Drive Cop to Lose Personal X Account as Sussex Police Consolidate Social Media Presence
PC Tom Van Der Wee, the officer publicly known for arresting Katie Price in her 2021 drink-driving case, has announced he is shutting down his personal X (formerly Twitter) account following a decision by Sussex Police to consolidate their social media activity. The popular officer, who has built a significant public following on @PCTomVanDerWee, revealed […]
Police Appeal for Witnesses After Vehicle Pursuit Through Sidley and Bexhill
Sussex Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a high-speed vehicle pursuit that took place in the Sidley area on the evening of Sunday, April 27. Incident Overview At approximately 9.30pm, officers attempted to stop a black Toyota Prius in Glovers Lane, Sidley, during a routine traffic operation. The driver failed to comply […]
Man Accused of Sexual Activity in Front of Child on Bognor Beach
A man has been charged following an incident of indecent exposure on Bognor Regis beach that occurred on the afternoon of Sunday, April 27. Officers swiftly arrested a suspect later that same day. Olegas Podolianko, 53, of Longford Road, Bognor, was subsequently charged with one count of indecent exposure and one count of engaging […]
Appeal for Witnesses After Serious Crash on A24 Near Horsham
Sussex Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious collision involving a BMW and a Harley Davidson motorcycle on the A24 near Pollards Hill roundabout in Southwater. Emergency services were called to the scene at around 1:30pm on Sunday, April 27. The incident left a 43-year-old woman, a pillion passenger on the motorcycle, with serious […]
Woman in Her 20s ‘Raped’ at Seaside Holiday Spot as Police Launch Hunt for Suspect
Police are urgently appealing for information after a woman in her 20s was allegedly raped at a popular seaside holiday destination in West Sussex. Detective Chief Inspector Steve Cobbett said: Officers have been carrying out enquiries, and the public can expect to see a heightened police presence in the area while this matter is […]
Fair Evacuated After Man Suffers Electric Shock on Bungee Ride Set Up Under Power Pylon
A St George’s Day fete in East Sussex was dramatically evacuated after a man suffered an electric shock when a bungee ride was set up underneath a high-voltage pylon. The incident occurred this morning at Markstakes Common, near Chailey, where the annual event was being held by the Chailey Bonfire Society to raise funds for […]
Police Appeal After Teenagers Robbed on Brighton’s Palace Pier
Police are appealing for witnesses after a reported robbery involving two 13-year-old boys on Brighton Pier earlier this year. The incident happened on Friday, February 9, shortly before 1pm, when the boys were allegedly approached and surrounded by a group near the Horror Hotel ride. One of the victims was assaulted, and some of his […]
Sussex Police Investigate After Body Found in Littlehampton
Police have confirmed that the body of an unidentified man was discovered in Littlehampton on Thursday evening (April 24). Officers from Sussex Police said the family of missing man Nathan Limbachia, 33, who disappeared earlier this month, have been informed of the development and are being supported during this difficult time. A Sussex Police spokesperson […]
Conman Who Defrauded Elderly Across Sussex and South East Jailed
A man who preyed on elderly and vulnerable people across Sussex and the South East has been jailed for a string of fraud offences totalling around £100,000. James Trodd, 30, of no fixed address, was sentenced to six years and nine months in prison at Lewes Crown Court on Tuesday, 16 April. His sentencing followed […]
Female Cop Dismissed for Touching Colleagues at Sussex Police Social Event
A former Sussex Police officer has been dismissed from the force after sexually assaulting two colleagues and making inappropriate sexual comments while off duty. Following the incident, Clinton was suspended from duty while an internal investigation was launched. Although her actions did not meet the threshold for criminal prosecution, it was deemed serious enough […]
Man Found Guilty of Sexually Assaulting Woman on Flight to Gatwick
A 66-year-old man has been convicted after sexually assaulting a woman while she slept during a flight from Doha to London. According to Sussex Police, the victim had fallen asleep after cabin lights were dimmed, only to wake and find Jussab sexually assaulting her. She immediately reported the incident to authorities once the plane […]
