Suspected Firearm in Crawley Leads to Five Arrests
Police in Crawley, West Sussex, deployed firearms officers to an address in Langley Green this Tuesday evening (16th July 2024) following a report of a man seen with a suspected firearm.
At the scene in Walnut Lane, five men were quickly and safely arrested. One individual was taken into custody for possession of a firearm, while the other four were detained on suspicion of being concerned in the supply of drugs.
Sussex Police said “No one was harmed during the incident, and enquiries are ongoing. Our officers remain in the area to provide reassurance to the community. Please speak to them if you have any concerns.”
Man Charged with 18 Counts of Rape and Sexual Assault
Detectives in Sussex have charged Sahil Ali, 19, of Corbyn Crescent in Shoreham, with 18 counts of rape and serious sexual assaults related to two teenage girls and a woman.
Ali faces nine counts of rape of a woman over 16 years of age, five counts of rape of a girl aged between 13 and 15, two counts of assault by penetration, actual bodily harm, and intentional strangulation. The alleged offences took place in West Sussex between November 2022 and July 2024.
The victims, a woman in her 30s and two teenage girls, are known to Ali and are being supported by specially trained officers. Ali appeared at Crawley Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday (10 July) and was remanded in custody. He is due to appear at Lewes Crown Court on 8 August.
Detective Chief Inspector Steve Cobbett said, “A complex investigation is ongoing into these distressing allegations, and I would like to thank each of these victims for coming forward and reporting to police.”
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Brighton Collision Leaves Pedestrian Seriously Injured
Police are appealing for witnesses to a collision involving a pedestrian and a minibus in Brighton. The incident occurred on Tuesday (16 July) at about 8:55 am in Elm Grove.
The woman pedestrian has been taken to the hospital with serious injuries. The driver of the minibus was uninjured. Following a thorough investigation by Sussex Roads Police, the road has now reopened in both directions.
Sergeant Stacey Ellott stated, “We would like to hear from anyone who has dashcam or CCTV footage of the collision or from any witnesses who saw what happened.”
Anyone with information is urged to email [email protected] quoting Operation Bonelli.
Police Seek Suspect in Racially-Aggravated Incident at Brighton Aldi
Police are investigating a report of racially-aggravated threatening or abusive behaviour that took place in Brighton and have issued an image of a man they wish to speak with.
The incident occurred at approximately 6:10 pm on June 24 at the Aldi supermarket located on London Road. A man displayed threatening or abusive behaviour towards a woman and her nine-year-old son, prompting an immediate investigation by the authorities.
Sussex Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with relevant information, including mobile phone footage, to come forward. They are particularly keen to speak with a man described as being in his early 20s, with either very short hair or shaved, standing at 6’1″, and having ear piercings.
At the time of the incident, the man was wearing a distinctive black T-shirt featuring white writing that appeared to be in Norse runes and an image depicting a wolf or wolves and knives. He also wore a necklace with a silver far-right logo, a black watch with black lea..
A27 Westbound Closed Between A29 Near Fontwell and A285 Near Chichester Due to Collision
The A27 westbound is currently closed between the A29 near Fontwell and the A285 near Chichester following a significant collision. Sussex Police are on the scene, managing the situation and directing traffic. [block_2] [block_4] Delays are expected on the approach to the closure, with additional journey times likely on the diversion routes. Motorists are advised […]
Sussex Police Hunt for Shoplifting Duo
Police are actively searching for Katie Everson and Daniel Mansfield, both 39 years old, who are wanted in connection with multiple shoplifting offences. Authorities believe the two may be together and frequenting the Worthing, Shoreham, Brighton, and Eastbourne areas. [block_2] Katie Everson is described as a white female of slim build with brown hair. Daniel […]
Vulnerable Person Rescued from Water Near Brighton’s West Pier
On Thursday afternoon at approximately 3:15 PM, the Shoreham inshore lifeboat was launched in response to a report of a vulnerable person in the water off the West Pier, Brighton. If you see someone in difficulty in the water, please phone 999 and ask for the coastguard. [block_2]
Former Sussex Police Officer Cleared of Misconduct After Pedestrian Injury Incident
A former Sussex Police officer who seriously injured a pedestrian while responding to an emergency incident in Brighton has been cleared of any misconduct by a panel. The panel was informed that on 17 July 2019, former PC Wellfare was responding to an emergency call in a marked police car. While overtaking a taxi that […]
Hove Woman Killed in Late-Night Road Traffic Collision
Just after midnight, emergency services were alerted to a serious incident on Davigdor Road in Hove after receiving reports of a person being hit by a car. Despite the best efforts of paramedics, a woman in her 40s from Hove was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. Her next of kin have been informed. “Sadly, […]
Diver Dies After Rescue Effort in English Channel
On Monday afternoon, Newhaven Lifeboat and Coastguard Helicopter 163 from Lydd were scrambled to an incident in the English Channel, south of Cuckmere Haven. The alert was raised after HM Coastguard received reports of a diver in distress. The diver was airlifted to Brighton and taken to the Royal Sussex County Hospital (RSCH), where he […]
Former Lindfield School Investigated for Historic Sexual Abuse
Police are currently investigating reports of non-recent sexual offending at a former school in Lindfield and are appealing for any information that may aid their enquiries. The allegations pertain to incidents of sexual abuse that occurred at Tavistock and Summerhill School, known during the 1960s as Tavistock Hall, between the years 1962 and 1970. The […]
Cyclist in 70s Airlifted to Hospital After Collision on A21
[block_2] Police are urgently appealing for witnesses following a serious collision involving a cyclist on the A21 at Westfield, near Hastings. The incident occurred shortly before 9 AM on Saturday, July 6, close to the junction with Westfield Lane.
50-Mile Police Chase Ends in Arrest
A man has been arrested following a dramatic 50-mile police pursuit spanning from Brighton to West Sussex. At around 4:30 PM on Thursday, July 4, police were alerted to a suspected stolen motorbike that had earlier failed to stop for officers. The chase returned south to Brighton, culminating at Peace Close where the suspect parked […]
Police Charge Andrew Evans with Multiple Sex Offences
The Sussex Police have made a significant breakthrough in a disturbing case involving multiple sexual offences against children in Crowborough. A man has been charged in connection with the alleged crimes, which involved a boy and a girl both under the age of six. The incidents are said to have occurred between September 2021 and […]
Brighton Fan Park Disturbance Leads to Weapon Charges
Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses and information following a disturbance at the Euro 2024 Fan Park in Brighton. The incident occurred around 6.40pm on Thursday, June 20, prompting a swift response from local authorities. Officers attended the scene and arrested a 25-year-old man in Richmond Parade nearby. Sussex Police have confirmed that Billy […]
£60,000 Cash and Drugs Seized in Sussex Police’s Raids
In a significant crackdown on drug-related crime, Sussex Police’s West Sussex Community Investigation Team (CIT) executed a series of coordinated raids across the region on Wednesday, 26 June. The operation, acting on intelligence, targeted addresses in Arundel, Brighton, Crawley, Peacehaven, and Shoreham, resulting in the seizure of thousands of pounds worth of drugs. Detective Inspector […]
Worthing Man Charged with Child Kidnap
A man has been charged with kidnap following an incident in Worthing, Sussex. [block_2] An investigation was initiated after a report raised concerns for the welfare of a 7-year-old boy in Broadwater Road, Worthing, at approximately 3:30 pm on June 24. The boy involved in the incident is unharmed and is currently safe and well […]
84 Year Old Man Targeted in Eastbourne ATM Distraction Theft
Police in Eastbourne are keen to speak to two individuals in connection with a distraction theft at an ATM in Langney. The incident occurred inside the Langney shopping centre between 2:00pm and 2:30pm on 10 June. An 84-year-old man was using the ATM when an unknown person informed him that he had dropped some of […]
