Beloved Sussex Officer Dies After Covid Battle

Long-Serving Cop Passes Away at 50

Sean, a dedicated Sussex police officer since 1996, has tragically died aged 50. He leaves behind his partner, children, and grandchildren. The news has hit the force and community hard.

Tributes Pour in from Sussex Police Federation

Donna Lonsdale, Deputy Chair of Sussex Police Federation, shared her heartbreak: “We are all devastated by the news of Sean’s passing. I had the pleasure of working with Sean in Brighton and know he will be missed by all of his colleagues.”

Covid-19 Takes Custody Sergeant from Worthing

Sean, who served as a Custody Sergeant at Worthing, had been working from home during the pandemic. He was admitted to hospital early this year after contracting Covid-19 but sadly lost his battle on 12 February.

A Fond Farewell to a ‘Lovely Guy’

“Sean really was a lovely guy – and when both Sussex Police Federation Chairman Daren Egan and I think of him, we do nothing but laugh. I can honestly say working with him was a pleasure and he is a huge loss to the police family.”

We are your go-to destination for breaking UK news, real-life stories from communities across the country, striking images, and must-see video from the heart of the action.

Follow us on Facebook at for the latest updates and developing stories, and stay connected on X (Twitter) the for live coverage as news breaks across the UK.

SIGN UP NOW FOR YOUR FREE DAILY BREAKING NEWS AND PICTURES NEWSLETTER

Your information will be used in accordance with our Privacy Policy

YOU MIGHT LIKE