Series of Blaze Attacks Rock Sussex in 2021
Sussex was hit by a spate of fires at derelict properties throughout 2021. Police and fire crews raced to multiple scenes, sparking an intense investigation into arson in the region.
Multiple Derelict Buildings Ignite
- June 26: At 10.27pm, West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service called police to a large fire at a derelict building in Broadwater Lane, Horsham.
- July 8: At 3.39am, East Sussex Fire and Rescue alerted police to a massive blaze at a derelict property in Wivelsfield Green, with eight fire engines battling the flames.
- August 29: At 7.23am, police were contacted regarding smoke spreading onto the A26 from a fire reported by East Sussex.
Burning Vauxhall Corsa Linked to Arson Charges
On November 7 at 4.04am, police responded after East Sussex Fire and Rescue reported a silver Vauxhall Corsa on fire on Lewes Road. The incident helped crack open the case.
Three Arrested and Charged Over Arson
Three men have been charged:
- Joshua Brinkley, 19, of Southfield, Polegate – seven counts of arson.
- Connor Luck, 21, of Balls Green, Withyham – two counts of arson.
- A third suspect, known only as 123 – one arson count.
All three are summoned to Brighton Magistrates’ Court on Thursday 27 April.
Authorities continue to urge anyone with information to come forward as this fiery crime wave unfolds.
