Sussex Police Seek Witnesses After Woman Seriously Injured in Hove Hit-and-Run
Police are appealing for witnesses following a hit-and-run incident that left a 32-year-old woman with serious injuries. The incident occurred sometime between the evening of Saturday, December 2, and the early hours of Sunday, December 3, along Portland Road in Hove. According to authorities, the woman was walking along Portland Road when she was struck […]
School Teacher and Football Referee Jailed for Historic Child Sexual Assault
Peter Turner, 65, of Redoubt Road, Eastbourne has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for sexually assaulting a young boy during the 1990s. The man, a former teacher and football referee, abused his position of trust to assault his victim in various locations, including a school classroom, his office, and his home. He also […]
Police Officer Charged in Death of Arthur Hölscher-Ermert, Court Date Set
The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has announced that a Sussex Police officer will face court proceedings in connection to the death of Arthur Hölscher-Ermert, 27, in Peacehaven on April 30, 2022. Mr. Hölscher-Ermert tragically lost his life after being hit by a Sussex Police vehicle. [block_2] The accused officer, whose identity is withheld […]
A Worthing shop has been temporarily closed due to recurrent disturbances
The combined establishment of Eight Till Late and Pie & Mash on Chapel Road is mandated to shut down for three months after numerous instances of anti-social behaviour were reported. [block_2] The closure was achieved through the collaborative efforts of the Neighbourhood Licensing Team, Adur and Worthing Councils, and West Sussex County Council Trading Standards. […]
Police manhunt launched for Ford Prison Escapee Scott Linegar
Sussex Police are currently seeking Scott Linegar, who has escaped from Ford Open Prison. Linegar, aged 45, is approximately 5’7″ in height and of medium build. He has short hair and brown eyes. [block_2] His last known sighting was on November 30, exiting Ford Open Prison, where he was serving time for offences related to […]
Appeal for information after collision at Hooe
Police are appealing for witnesses and information after a collision involving a car and a motorcycle on the A259 at Hooe. [block_2] The incident happened shortly before 8.30am on Wednesday, November 29.
Project tackling knife crime and serious violence wins national award
An initiative to tackle knife crime and serious violence among young people in Sussex has won a national award. [block_2] The Hospital Youth Work Project offers support to young people who attend hospital having possibly experienced violence, victimhood, or criminal exploitation, and who may have attended A&E more than once.
Police Launch Search for Barry Cook, Wanted in Connection with Non-Violent Domestic Incident
Police are actively searching for 48-year-old Barry Cook in connection with a non-violent domestic incident. Cook, who has ties to Worthing and Lancing, was last seen in St Leonards, East Sussex, yesterday. [block_2] The search for Barry Cook has been initiated by law enforcement agencies as they seek to locate him in relation to a […]
Fatal Collision on A27 at Fishbourne Claims One Life
A tragic incident unfolded last night on the A27 at Fishbourne, resulting in the death of a man following a two-car collision. The accident occurred at approximately 6:30 PM, under circumstances that are currently under investigation. [block_2] Emergency services were dispatched to the scene shortly after the incident. Despite their efforts, one man was pronounced […]
Sussex Police Appeal After Jewish Monument is Vandalised
Police in Brighton are appealing for witnesses and information regarding an incident of vandalism that occurred in Preston Park. The damage was caused to a memorial tree, which served as a tribute to Jewish refugees who sought sanctuary in the UK during the Second World War. The incident occurred between Saturday, November 4, and Sunday, […]
Man dies after two car collision
A man has tragically died in a two-car collision which happened on the A27 at Fishbourne around 6.30pm last night. A section of the road was closed in both directions overnight to allow for recovery and forensics investigations. We only get one opportunity to do this, and we appreciate your patience and understanding. The eastbound […]
Motorbike rider Severely Injured in Telscombe A259 Collision
Police are requesting the public’s help in gathering information about a traffic collision that occurred on the A259 near Telscombe Cliffs. [block_2] The incident involved a Peugeot 207 and a Honda CB650R motorcycle near the Smugglers Rest pub on Tuesday morning, 21 November, at approximately 8 a.m.
Sussex Police Release Images After High Street Assault
Police are seeking to contact them regarding an assault that occurred in the centre of Crawley. A 24-year-old man sustained severe injuries in an unprovoked assault outside Best Kebab on High Street, which took place at approximately 3.15am on 17 September. [block_2] Since the incident, officers have been actively conducting investigations, including reviews of CCTV […]
Fatal Car Crash in Shoreham Claims a Life and Leaves Three Injured
Police are seeking witnesses after a deadly single-vehicle crash in Shoreham. [block_2] The incident occurred on the A283 around 9.45pm on Monday (20 November).
Two Voluntarily Surrender on Suspicion of Murder in Hailsham Incident
Following an incident in Hailsham on the evening of Saturday, November 18th, Sussex Police have detained two individuals on murder charges. [block_2] The incident occurred on Western Road, close to Diplocks Walk, around 11 pm, involving a vehicle hitting a pedestrian.
Wealden and Essex Police recover stolen horse riding equipment
In a recent development, Wealden Police, in conjunction with Essex Police, have successfully recovered a collection of unique horse riding equipment previously reported stolen. This significant achievement follows an initial post earlier this month, which detailed an investigation into these distinctive thefts. [block_2] The breakthrough came after Sussex Police noticed the stolen items being advertised […]
Murder Investigation Launched in Hailsham
A murder investigation has been launched by Sussex Police in Diplocks Way, Hailsham, after a tragic incident occurred on the night of Saturday 18 November. According to reports, a black vehicle collided with a pedestrian at approximately 23.00 GMT resulting in the death of a 24-year-old local man. The victim’s next of kin have been […]
Sussex Police have now confirmed that a pedestrian involved in a collision in Flimwell has sadly died
The incident occurred in the area of the A21 London Road and the A268 Hawkhurst Road, sometime between 5.30pm and 5.50pm on Thursday 16 November. [block_2] The victim – a 75-year-old local man – was tragically pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have now been traced and informed.
