Two Children Injured by Rottweiler at Eastbourne Beach: Arrest Made
Sussex Police have arrested a 64-year-old man in connection with a dangerous dog incident that took place at Eastbourne beach on May 27, near Holywell Café on King Edwards Parade. The incident, which occurred shortly after 10:20am, involved a dog, believed to be a Rottweiler, and resulted in injuries to two young children.
Following the incident, police issued CCTV footage in an appeal to identify a man they wished to speak with. Recent information led to the arrest of a local man on September 4 on suspicion of being the owner of a dog that was dangerously out of control, causing injury.
Eastbourne District Commander Chief Inspector Di Lewis commented: “This incident was reported to us in May, and following our public appeal, we recently received information identifying the person in the CCTV footage. We have now arrested a 64-year-old local man, who has been bailed pending further investigation.”
Chief Inspector Lewis also thanked the public for their assistance and urged the commu..
Police Appeal for Witnesses Following Fatal Collision at Long Furlong
Police are appealing for witnesses and information after a fatal collision occurred on the A280 at Long Furlong early Monday morning. The incident, which took place shortly before 6am on September 9, involved a Kia Sportage and a lorry.
Tragically, the driver of the Kia was pronounced deceased at the scene. The lorry driver, a man in his 50s, sustained minor injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment.
Officers are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision, and a section of the A280 between the A24 at Findon and the A27 at Durrington remains closed while they work.
Anyone who witnessed the collision or has relevant information, such as dashcam footage from the area at the time, is urged to report it to Sussex Police. Information can be submitted online or by emailing [email protected], quoting Operation Hemsworth.
Family Pays Tribute to Pedestrian Killed in Cowfold Collision
The family of Danny Moore, a 44-year-old pedestrian from West Chiltington who tragically lost his life in a collision in Cowfold last month, has paid tribute to him. In a heartfelt statement, his family said: “Danny was a devoted father, son, brother and friend. He was hardworking, generous, and sociable, and there was nothing […]
Police Investigating Attempted Robbery at Brighton Betting Shop
Police are currently investigating an attempted robbery at Ladbrokes, located on Carden Avenue, Brighton, which took place on Sunday evening. Authorities were alerted to the incident at approximately 7:30 p.m. after a man entered the betting shop and attempted to carry out a robbery. Although no staff members were physically injured during the incident, […]
Police Car Collides with Lorry in Brighton
By Richard James
Brighton, 4th September 2024 – A significant traffic incident occurred this morning in central Brighton, involving a police car and a lorry. The collision took place at the junction of Old Steine and St James’s Street, leading to substantial disruptions in the area.
At approximately 8:45 AM, a Sussex Police car collided with a catering lorry, causing immediate road closures and significant traffic delays. Emergency services, including fire engines and additional police units, were promptly dispatched to the scene to manage the situation and ensure public safety.
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The crash has led to the closure of several key roads in the Old Steine area. Brighton & Hove Buses reported that 28 bus routes have been affected, with passengers advised to use alternative stops. The disruption is expected to continue for several hours as authorities work to clear the scene and investigate the cause of the accident.
Sussex Police have confirmed that an investigatio..
Pedestrian Hospitalised After Early Morning Crash in Brighton
Emergency services were called to a serious road traffic collision on the A259 Marine Drive in Brighton during the early hours of this morning (7 September). The incident occurred at the junction with Arundel Road just before 3 am, involving a car and a pedestrian. The driver, a 59-year-old man, was uninjured in the […]
Weapons Seized and Suspect Arrested During Edenbridge Crime Crackdown
Two weapons were seized, and one man was arrested on suspicion of drug driving during a crime crackdown in Edenbridge. On Friday, August 23, 2024, officers from Kent Police partnered with Sussex Police in a joint operation to address a recent rise in drug-related and vehicle crimes in West Kent town. Fourteen additional officers were […]
Body Discovered on Hove Beach
This afternoon, around 4pm on September 3, 2024, emergency services were mobilised to Western Esplanade, Hove, following reports of a man’s body discovered on the beach. Concerned members of the public dialed 999 after making the grim discovery.
Responders from Sussex Police, South East Coast Ambulance Service (SECAmb), and the Coastguard quickly arrived at the scene. To facilitate a thorough investigation, the beach was temporarily closed to the public, with officers working diligently to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
In a statement, Sussex Police said, “Enquiries are ongoing to identify the man and establish the full circumstances of the incident.”
Former Lancing College Teacher Admits to Child Sex Offences and Sharing Pupil Data
A former teacher at Lancing College in West Sussex has been convicted of multiple child sex offences and the unauthorized sharing of personal data belonging to pupils. Nick Baldock, 46, was charged with sexual assault after he indecently touched a teenage student in July 2022. Following the incident, Baldock contacted the victim under the pretence […]
Police Release CCTV Images of Two Boys Wanted in Connection with Hove Lawns Assault
Sussex Police have released CCTV images of two boys they wish to speak to in connection with an assault that occurred at Hove Lawns on the evening of Friday, July 19. The incident took place at approximately 8 PM, when a 16-year-old boy, who was with a group of other young people, was violently attacked.
The victim sustained a broken jaw during the assault, requiring hospital treatment. As part of their ongoing investigation, officers believe the group of young people involved moved from Hove Lawns into central Brighton, passing by Churchill Square and into Queens Road.
In a bid to gather more information, police have issued CCTV images of two boys or young men they wish to identify and speak with regarding the incident.
The first individual is described as wearing a black polo shirt with white bands on the arms, a black bandana, and black trousers.
The second individual is seen wearing a white T-shirt, a light blue baseball or snapback cap, grey trousers or joggers, and carrying a..
Appeal for Witnesses After Pedestrian Killed in Cowfold Collision
Police are urgently appealing for witnesses following a tragic incident in Cowfold where a pedestrian was killed in a collision on the A272 Bolney Road. The incident occurred shortly after 1am on Saturday, 31 August.
Officers were called to the scene where a grey Mercedes had struck a 44-year-old man from West Chiltington. Despite the swift response of police, paramedics, and members of the public, who administered CPR, the victim was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
The man’s next of kin have been informed and are receiving support from specially trained officers during this difficult time.
A 31-year-old man from London has been arrested on suspicion of drug-driving and causing death by careless driving. He remains in police custody as investigations continue.
Police are appealing to anyone with information about the incident, particularly those who may have dash cam or CCTV footage, to come forward. Information can be provided by emailing [email protected], quo..
Police Seek Information on Knife-Point Robbery in East Grinstead
Sussex Police are appealing for public assistance following a knife-point robbery at East Grinstead Food and Wine on London Road. The incident occurred shortly before 9am on Saturday, 27 July. Police are appealing for information following a robbery at a local store where a man threatened a staff member before fleeing with a small quantity […]
Teen Arrested After Stabbing Incident at Three Bridges
Emergency services rushed to Three Bridges Railway Station in Crawley on Wednesday, 28 August, following reports of a stabbing incident. The incident occurred at approximately 3:25 PM, prompting a swift response from local authorities.
According to a spokesperson for Sussex Police, a man was found at the scene with injuries consistent with being stabbed by a bladed article. The victim was immediately taken to the hospital, where his injury was assessed as not life-threatening.
A 16-year-old boy from Bognor has been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent. He is currently in custody as police continue their investigation into the incident.
Sussex Police have appealed to the public for any information that could assist in their inquiries. Witnesses or anyone with relevant details are urged to report online or contact the police by dialing 101, quoting reference number 819 of 28/08.
Taxi Collides with Ambulance on A259 in Roedean
A taxi reportedly collided with an ambulance on the A259 Eastbound in Roedean on Thursday evening, prompting a brief closure of the road as emergency services responded to the incident.
The collision, which occurred around 10:15 PM, involved an ambulance operated by Elite Medical, a private contractor that handles patient transfers on behalf of the NHS. Sussex Police confirmed that the incident was minor, and there were no serious injuries reported.
A spokesperson for Sussex Police stated, “This was a minor collision only, and police are not appealing for any further information at this time. There were temporary road closures in place from about 10:15 PM to about 11 PM.”
The road was reopened after the emergency services ensured the scene was safe. There were no significant disruptions to traffic following the incident.
Sussex Police Seek Public’s Help in £11,000 Cosmetics Theft Case
In an ongoing effort to advance their investigation, Sussex Police have released images of four individuals they wish to question regarding a series of thefts. The authorities are urging anyone who recognizes the people in the photos or has any relevant information to come forward. Members of the public can contact the police through their […]
Social Media Reports Suggest Stabbing at The Level in Brighton
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Emergency services responded to The Level in Brighton late Thursday afternoon following reports of an altercation. Unconfirmed reports circulating on social media suggest that a man may have been stabbed during the incident.
Video footage from the scene shows one person being taken to the hospital by land ambulance, while the Kent, Surrey & Sussex (KSS) Air Ambulance was seen hovering nearby, ready to assist if needed.
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Sussex Police have been approached for comment, and further details are expected as the situation develops. Stay tuned for updates.
Police Investigating Deadly Collision on A27 Near Pevensey
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Police are urgently appealing for witnesses after a fatal collision near Pevensey this morning, which claimed the life of a 54-year-old motorcyclist from Hastings.
The tragic incident occurred around 6:20 AM on the A27, involving a motorbike and a car. Despite the efforts of emergency services, the motorcyclist was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin has been informed.
The collision has led to the closure of the A27 in both directions, with the road expected to remain closed until mid-afternoon as officers conduct a thorough investigation. Drivers are being urged to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.
Police are working to establish the full circumstances surrounding the collision and are specifically appealing for information from the driver of a light-colored vehicle that was traveling east on the A27 near Stone Cross at the time of the incident.
Anyone who witnessed the collision or who has any information or dashcam footage that coul..
Teen Arrested After Stabbing Incident at Crawley’s Three Bridges Railway Station
Emergency services rushed to Three Bridges Railway Station on Haslett Avenue East, Crawley, after receiving reports of a man found with a stab wound on Wednesday, 28th August, at approximately 3:25 PM.
The victim, whose identity has not been released, was immediately taken to hospital. Thankfully, medical professionals have confirmed that his injuries are not life-threatening.
In connection with the incident, Sussex Police have arrested a 16-year-old boy from Bognor on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent. The suspect remains in custody as investigations continue.
Sussex Police have launched an appeal for witnesses and anyone with information about the incident is urged to come forward. Reports can be made online or by calling 101, quoting reference number 819 of 28/08.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns about knife crime in the area, and police are working diligently to ensure the safety of the community.