Blank Bullets Fired in St Leonards Incident
Detective Superintendent Till Sanderson has confirmed that no one was injured during a tense incident in the Hollington area of St Leonards. The investigation is ongoing as police work to piece together exactly what happened and who was involved.
Police Find Blank Rounds and Gun Parts
Officers recovered several bullets at the scene, which have been identified as blank rounds. They also discovered firearm components nearby, now undergoing forensic analysis.
Stop-and-Search Powers Activated
A Section 60 order remains in place for the area, allowing police to stop and search anyone in Hollington. The force thanked the public for their cooperation during these searches on Wednesday night.
Police Appeal for Information
Detective Sanderson urged the public to stay alert and report any suspicious activity. Contact Sussex Police online, call 101, or speak to an officer locally. In emergencies, dial 999 immediately.
“If you have any information about the incident, please mention Operation Beaumont or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111,” Detective Superintendent Sanderson said.
