Environmental Activists from Just Stop Oil Stage Disruptive Protest at Gatwick Airport
In a bold move causing significant disruption at one of the UK’s busiest airports, environmental activists from the group Just Stop Oil have staged a protest at Gatwick Airport’s southern terminal. The incident, which began around 08:00 today, has resulted in the blocking of departure gates, potentially affecting hundreds of travellers. [block_2] In a statement, […]
Investigation Underway After Disturbing Video Surfaces in Brighton
A concerning video has been circulating on social media, capturing public attention and prompting an immediate response from local authorities. The footage allegedly shows an individual clinging to the back of a moving bus in Brighton, visibly holding a knife. The incident has raised significant safety concerns among the community and authorities alike. [block_2] We […]
Brighton Man Jailed for Brutal Nightclub Assaults on Women
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A Brighton man has been sentenced after he brutally stamped on the head of a woman and sexually assaulted another in West Street.
Halcyon Platt, 21, of Ditchling Rise, Brighton, was sentenced on July 12, following incidents that occurred in the early morning of October 1, 2023. Platt was in a nightclub on West Street when he made unwanted advances towards a 20-year-old woman.
After being challenged on his behavior, Platt sexually assaulted the woman and grabbed her by the throat. The victim immediately called the police to report the crime. While she was on the phone, Platt became enraged with a second woman who attempted to assist a man nearby. He pushed the 23-year-old woman away, assaulted her, and threw her to the ground. Platt then callously stamped on her head multiple times, causing significant facial injuries.
Police quickly arrested Platt at the scene and took him into custody before he was bailed with strict conditions. He was charged on Marc..
Tragic Discovery Off South Coast: Missing Diver Found Deceased
The body of a missing diver was tragically recovered off the coast of Hastings this afternoon, days after he failed to resurface during a dive. Sussex Police confirmed that the man was found by fellow divers and identified as the individual reported missing last Saturday. [block_2] The extensive search operation, which included air and sea […]
Man Stabbed on Crawley High Street, Prompting Shutdown of Local Businesses
A serious incident occurred on Broadfield Barton high street in Crawley where a man was reportedly stabbed. Following the event, local authorities swiftly responded, leading to the closure of nearby pubs and shops as a safety precaution. The stabbing took place earlier in the day, causing immediate concern among residents and shoppers in the area. […]
Search for Missing Diver Off Hastings Called Off After No Trace Found
A major search operation for a diver who disappeared off the coast of Hastings has been officially called off, following an intensive 24-hour air and sea effort by emergency services. The Maritime and Coastguard Agency and the RNLI confirmed that all efforts to locate the diver, who failed to resurface on Saturday, concluded without success. […]
Urgent Appeal: Sussex Police Seek Missing Teenager Macey Taylor
Sussex Police have issued an urgent appeal to the public as concerns grow for the safety of 16-year-old Macey Taylor, who has been missing and is believed to be in the company of 20-year-old Billy Ross. The police appeal comes after Macey was last seen over a week ago, with both individuals known to frequently […]
Life Sentence for Rapist Who Attempted Murder to Conceal His Crimes
Anthony Stocks, a 54-year-old man from Goring-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, has been sentenced to life imprisonment, with a minimum term of 19 and a half years, after he was found guilty of multiple sexual assaults and the attempted murder of a young boy. Oxford Crown Court heard how Stocks committed repeated sexual offences against a young girl […]
Daytime Robbery at Crawley Phone Shop
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Police are appealing for witnesses following a robbery at a phone shop in Crawley. Officers were called to the incident at a premises at O2, The Martlets at around 11:50 am on 26 June, which involved two men forcing their way into the stock room and stealing around £50,000 of goods.
New images have been released of men police are seeking to identify in connection with the incident.
CID Supervisor Oli Robinson said: “We understand the men have their faces partially covered in the images, but we are appealing to those who may have seen the men that day, or recognise them from their local community.
“This was a brazen robbery committed in the middle of the day with other customers in the shop at the time.
“CCTV shows that the suspects were in the area of The Martlets for some time before, and we believe they have been in the store on prior occasions.”
If you recognise them, or have any information, call 101 quoting serial 612 of 26/06.
Crawley Drug Distributor Jailed for Over Three Years
In a significant development in the fight against drug distribution in Crawley, Omar Shackleton has been sentenced to three years and one month in prison for his involvement in the ‘JJ’ County Drug Line. Shackleton, 31, was found guilty of running Class A substances in the town.
Following extensive police enquiries, a warrant was executed at Shackleton’s home in Halstead Place, Halstead, Kent, on 8 March. During the search, officers discovered approximately £5,035 in cash, drug paraphernalia, numerous mobile phones, and a lump of brown substance which was later confirmed to be 40g of heroin mixed with Xzylazine and other cutting agents, valued at £4,000 on the street. An extendable baton, classified as an offensive weapon, was also seized.
Shackleton was charged with possession with intent to supply Class A drugs, possession of criminal property, and possession of an offensive weapon. He pleaded guilty to all charges and was remanded in custody. On 2 July, he appeared before Lewes Cr..
Four-Year Sentence for Worthing Man in Child Indecency Case
Lewis Peters, a 31-year-old resident of Worthing, has been sentenced to four years in prison for possession of indecent images of children. Peters was arrested on June 3 at his home following an intelligence-led operation by Sussex Police’s Online Child Abuse Team (OCAT).
During the operation, Peters attempted to conceal a small memory card containing 250 category A indecent images and videos of children. Further investigation revealed his phone also contained 32 Category A images, 74 Category B images, and 12 Category C images. These findings put Peters in breach of a 10-year Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) issued to him in April 2023.
Appearing before Hove Crown Court on July 5, Peters pleaded guilty to three counts of making an indecent photo of a child, four counts of breaching a SHPO, and possession of extreme pornographic images. On July 16, he was sentenced to four years in prison.
Investigator Maisie Upjohn of Worthing OCAT stated, “Lewis Peters appears to be determined ..
Police Appeal for Witnesses After Serious Assault in Bognor
Sussex Police are appealing for information following a serious assault outside Tesco Express on Station Road. The incident occurred on June 24 at approximately 8.25pm, resulting in a man sustaining serious injuries.
Officers have released an image of a man they wish to speak to in connection with the assault.
Witnesses or anyone with information is asked to contact the police online or call 101, quoting serial 1341 of 24/06.
Man Linked to Two Rapes in Bognor Regis Charged by Police
Sussex Police have charged a man following investigations into two reported rapes in Bognor Regis.
On 20 June 2023, police received a report of a rape that occurred during the early hours near The Esplanade beach area in Bognor. Specialist officers supported the victim as an investigation commenced.
Patrik Lis, 30, of Sussex Street, Bognor Regis, was arrested in September and released on bail with strict conditions while evidence was gathered.
A second report of rape was made on 2 July 2024, at around 5am off London Road in Bognor. This incident, bearing similarities to the first, led to a swift investigation that identified Lis as the suspect.
Lis has been charged with multiple offences: three counts of rape, two counts of assault by penetration, two counts of causing actual bodily harm, and one count each of sexual assault, intentional strangulation, and intentional suffocation. Neither victim was known to Lis.
He was remanded in custody at Crawley Magistrates’ Court on 5 July a..
Cannabis Factory Dismantled in Hove
Officers from the Tactical Enforcement Unit (TEU) have seized more than 100 cannabis plants at an address in Eaton Gardens, Hove.
Acting on a tip-off, police attended the address at approximately 5pm on July 9, discovering the plants at various stages of maturity inside the property. The drugs found have an estimated street value exceeding £50,000.
The TEU officers dismantled the cannabis factory, ensuring all items related to the production of the class B drug will be destroyed.
Inspector Dan Eagle said: “We received information from the public about a possible cannabis factory in Eaton Gardens.
“As a result of the information, our TEU officers executed a warrant at the address.
“It demonstrates our determination to disrupt the supply of drugs which cause so much harm in our communities, and to dismantle the infrastructure and criminal networks operating it.
“We encourage anyone with concerns or information about drug supply to come forward to us and report it to Sussex Police o..
Police Investigate Alleged Spiking and Assault in Brighton
Sussex Police are appealing for information following an incident where a man reported being spiked and then assaulted outside a shop in Western Road, near Clarence Square, on June 27th, between 7 pm and 8 pm.
A 40-year-old man from Brighton has been arrested in connection with the report. He is suspected of false imprisonment, administering a noxious substance, and assault. The suspect has since been released on bail while investigations continue.
There are believed to have been many witnesses to the incident. Sussex Police urge anyone who saw what happened or has footage of the area to come forward.
If you have any information or footage regarding the incident, please contact Sussex Police online or by calling 101, quoting reference 1465 of 27/06.
MP Andrew Griffith’s Land Rover Defender Stolen from Station Car Park
Andrew Griffith, the Conservative MP for Arundel and South Downs and the Shadow Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology, has taken to the internet to appeal for help in finding his stolen Land Rover Defender. The vehicle was taken from a station car park while Griffith was attending Parliament.
Photo – Andrew Griffith MP
The theft occurred between 11:45 am on Tuesday and 4:20 pm on Thursday when Griffith returned to collect his car. The Land Rover Defender, known for its unique identifiers, should be easily recognisable.
Mr. Griffith has issued a public statement, offering a substantial reward for any information leading to the recovery of the vehicle or the arrest of those responsible. He urged anyone with information to contact Sussex Police or reach out to him directly.
Fire and Rescue Teams Execute Rescue in St Leonards
Emergency services were called on Wednesday morning to an incident in Warrior Square, St Leonards, where a person required rescue from height. The East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service (ESFRS) attended the scene alongside Sussex Police, the South East Coast Ambulance Service, and the Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS).
A spokesperson for ESFRS stated, “We were called on July 17 at 08:48 AM to reports of a rescue from height in Warrior Square, St Leonards. Crews from Bohemia Road Hastings, The Ridge Hastings, Battle, and Bexhill, including the aerial ladder platform and rope rescue team, assisted emergency services to rescue the casualty, who was handed over to the care of the ambulance service. Sussex Police, South East Coast Ambulance Service, and Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) were also in attendance.”
The Health and Safety Executive has been informed about the incident.
The coordinated effort among the various emergency services ensured the safe rescue of the ..
Police Seek Driver After Elderly Woman Injured in Saltdean
Police are appealing for the driver of a car involved in a collision with a pedestrian in Saltdean to come forward. The incident took place on Wednesday, June 5th, at 9:30 AM, at the junction of Chichester Drive East and the A259 Marine Drive.
An 83-year-old woman was struck by a dark blue car as it turned from Marine Drive into the junction. Initially, the driver stopped, and it was believed that the pedestrian had sustained only minor injuries. However, it was later confirmed that she had suffered a broken hip.
Paul Wood from the Collision Process Unit said, “We are asking for the driver of the blue car involved to come forward and would also like to hear from any other witnesses who saw the collision or have any dashcam footage of it.”
Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is urged to email [email protected], quoting CRaSH 1461147.
