A 24-year-old man was arrested after a tense rooftop stand-off on Broomdashers Road in Crawley. The drama unfolded during a police raid on Tuesday, 20 May.
Man Takes to Roof to Dodge Arrest
Sussex Police were executing a warrant at a property when the suspect climbed onto a window ledge to avoid capture. The dangerous move sparked an emergency response, with officers rushing to the scene.
Roads Closed as Negotiators Step In
For public safety, police swiftly shut down nearby roads and set up a safety cordon. Specially trained negotiators talked the man down from the ledge in a nerve-wracking stand-off.
Safe Arrest Ends Rooftop Drama
After tense negotiations, officers brought the man safely down and took him into custody, injury-free. A Sussex Police spokesperson said, “We would like to thank the public for their patience and understanding while the incident was ongoing.”
Investigation Continues
No one was hurt during the incident. Police have confirmed enquiries are ongoing into the warrant and what led to the rooftop stunt. More updates are expected as the investigation unfolds.
