Gunshots Fired in Busy Hastings Street – Police Launch Major Operation
Shooting Shakes St Leonards
A serious police response was triggered after shots were fired in a busy street in Hastings. The drama unfolded at 7.10 p.m. on Theaklen Drive in St Leonards, with a linked incident reported at Churchill Court off Stonehouse Drive.
Firearms Unit and Police Helicopter Scramble to Scene
Two people allegedly got out of a car and fired a gun, prompting Sussex Police to send a firearms unit and deploy a police helicopter. Thankfully, no injuries have been reported so far.
Police Urge Public to Avoid the Area
A Sussex Police spokesman said: “At 7.10 p.m., police were called to Theaklen Drive in St Leonards and a related incident at Churchill Court off Stonehouse Drive. There have been no reported injuries. Please stay away from both areas. While we respond to this incident, there will be an increased police presence.”
Incident Linked to Local Gym
Insiders claim the shooting took place near a gym in the town, adding to local anxiety. Social media buzzed with eyewitness reports of a firearms unit and the police helicopter over the scene.
This is an ongoing incident. Stay tuned as we bring you the latest updates.
