Firefighters Tackle Agricultural Building Blaze in East Hoathly
East Sussex Fire & Rescue Service are currently responding to a fire at an agricultural building on Ailies Lane in East Hoathly. The incident began shortly before midnight, with four fire engines dispatched to tackle the blaze. Emergency crews remain on-site working to control the fire. Smoke Advisory Issued Nearby residents have been advised […]
Suspect Identified in Eastbourne Woman’s Unexplained Death Probe
Sussex Police have confirmed that a man sought in connection with the unexplained death of a 44-year-old Eastbourne woman has been identified and is cooperating with the investigation. Emergency services were called to an alleyway on Belmore Road on 2 April 2026 after reports that the woman was in cardiac arrest. Despite lifesaving attempts, she […]
Swindon Paedophile Jailed for Grooming and Abusing Teen Boy
A Swindon paedophile has been jailed for three and a half years after grooming, meeting, and sexually abusing a 15-year-old boy in the Thames Valley area. Connor Nevison, 26, previously from Rainham Road, Swindon and now living in Bristol, pleaded guilty to multiple sexual offences at Swindon Crown Court on 1 May. Wiltshire Police led […]
Police Appeal After Man Masturbates on London to Horsham Train
British Transport Police (BTP) have launched an appeal after a disturbing incident on an evening train between London Victoria and Horsham in West Sussex on 1 April. A woman travelling with her young daughter reported a man masturbating nearby while she was in the train toilet. Officers are seeking public help to identify the suspect, […]
Woman Hurt in Armed Robbery Attempt at Brighton Convenience Store
Sussex Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was injured in an attempted armed robbery at the Premier Morris convenience store in Moulsecoomb, Brighton. The incident took place on 2 April around 7am when a man entered the shop on Widdicombe Way, demanded money while armed, but fled empty-handed. Suspect Details Released The suspect […]
Man jailed for manslaughter after Worthing pensioner dies
A 40-year-old man, Arno Engels, has been jailed following the fatal assault of 80-year-old Anthony “Tony” Scarrott at his home in Worthing. The incident occurred on 11 September 2025 at Westcourt Road, where Mr Scarrott sustained serious head injuries. Despite emergency services rushing him to the hospital, Mr Scarrott died three days later on […]
Antidepressant Sertraline Recalled Over Packaging Mix-Up After Patient Complaint
A batch of Sertraline 100mg antidepressants has been urgently recalled across the UK after a patient complaint revealed a packaging error. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) warned healthcare providers to stop dispensing the affected batch (V2500425) and return all stock due to one blister pack containing Citalopram 40mg tablets instead of Sertraline. […]
Two Men Plead Guilty to Hastings Business Burglaries in April
Two men have been arrested for a series of business burglaries in Hastings after a spate of offences between April 8 and April 15. Sussex Police arrested and charged the suspects following swift enquiries led by Neighbourhood Policing Teams, the East Sussex Burglary Team, and CID, tackling concerns raised by local traders and residents. Multiple […]
Six Men Arrested in Leeds Child Sexual Abuse Probe
Six men aged between 34 and 38 have been arrested in Leeds and Birmingham this week as part of a police investigation into non-recent child sexual offences. The arrests relate to alleged crimes against five victims that reportedly happened between 2007 and 2012 in the Micklefield, Kippax, and Garforth areas of Leeds. Operation Targets Historic […]
Man on Roof Sparks Sedlescombe Road North Closure in St Leonards
Emergency services responded to Sedlescombe Road North, St Leonards, on Tuesday, April 29, at around 12.30pm after reports of a disturbance inside a property. Sussex Police confirmed a man climbed onto the roof, prompting a major police operation with specialist teams involved. The situation led to road closures at London Road and Dukes Street […]
