Man Found with Serious Head Injuries in East Grinstead

Detectives from Sussex Police are hunting witnesses after a 66-year-old man was discovered with severe head injuries in Heathcote Drive, East Grinstead, in the early hours of Wednesday, January 25.

Shock Incident in Early Morning

Emergency crews from SECAmb arrived around 1:15am to treat the man, who was then rushed to hospital where he remains in a serious condition. He is believed to have travelled from London by train before being found by a member of the public.

Police Launch Appeal for CCTV and Witnesses

Detective Inspector Dan McCarthy told reporters: “Our detectives are working hard to establish how the man sustained these injuries. We are keeping an open mind as we explore several lines of enquiry.”

He added: “We urge residents and businesses between the train station and Heathcote Drive to check any CCTV, dash cam, or doorbell footage from around the time of the incident. We’re especially keen to speak to anyone driving in the area at that time.”

How You Can Help

  • Anyone with information is asked to contact Sussex Police online or call 101, quoting serial number 47 of 25/01.
  • Alternatively, details can be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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