Officers Respond to Disturbance at Churchill Square
Sussex Police responded to an incident at Churchill Square Shopping Centre in Brighton on the afternoon of December 27, following reports of two boys being threatened by another boy. A police spokesperson stated: “Police attended a store in the Churchill Square Shopping Centre after a report of two boys being threatened by another boy at […]
RNLI honours teamwork and dedication in two harrowing sea rescue operations
The heroic efforts of Shoreham RNLI crews have been officially commended by the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) for their exceptional teamwork, professionalism, and life-saving actions during two challenging rescue operations in 2023. A Daring Search for a Lost Kayaker On the evening of June 13, Shoreham’s all-weather lifeboat launched under the command of Second […]
Emergency Services Save Dog Stuck on Hastings Cliff Edge
A dog that fell from the cliffs and became stranded on a ledge near Hastings sparked a dramatic rescue operation on Sunday afternoon. Photo – Hastings CG Hastings Coastguard Rescue Team, working alongside East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service, was first on the scene. Given the technical challenges of the location, additional support was called […]
Two Men Charged in Connection with Brighton Rape Incident
Two men have been formally charged in connection with the rape of a 19-year-old man in Brighton earlier this month. George Elliott, 40, and Mark Lett, 42, both of Redstone Road, Redhill, Surrey, face charges of rape and committing an offense with the intent to commit a relevant sexual offense. The charges stem from an […]
Man Charged and Teenagers Arrested at Lewes Hunt Demonstration
A 31-year-old man from Eastbourne has been charged with a public order offence following demonstrations at a Boxing Day hunt parade in Lewes High Street, East Sussex. The man is scheduled to appear at Hastings Magistrates’ Court on 22 January. The annual parade attracted both supporters and protesters, culminating in a total of eight arrests […]
Antalya to Gatwick EasyJet Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Italy
EasyJet flight EZY8556, en route from Antalya, Turkey, to London Gatwick, was diverted to Bari Karol Wojtyła Airport in Italy on Friday evening following what the airline described as a “passenger incident.” The unscheduled stop left passengers facing delays and an overnight stay while arrangements were made for their onward journey. Aggressive Passenger Sparks Emergency […]
Suspect Wanted Following Assault in Horsham
Police are appealing for help in identifying a man in connection with an assault that occurred in Horsham. The incident took place on the evening of 5 October at the Morrisons Daily on Springfield Road. Reports indicate that a man entered the store and attempted to steal items before being confronted by a security guard. […]
Lewes Hunt Parade Sparks Protests, Leading to Eight Arrests
Eight people were arrested during the annual Boxing Day hunt parade in Lewes, East Sussex, an event that has sparked renewed controversy over its place in modern society. The parade, a tradition dating back to the 1800s, is organised by the Southdown and Eridge Hunt and takes place in the town’s high street. Supporters say […]
Two Men Detained in Connection with Male Rape in Brighton
Two men have been arrested following the rape of a 19-year-old man in Brighton in the early hours of Saturday, December 21. The victim reported being approached by two unknown men near Harry Ramsden’s, in Old Steine, around 3:30 am. Shortly afterward, he was assaulted in nearby Steine Lane. The victim managed to seek help […]
Eastbourne Lifeboat Crew Rescues Vessel from Shipping Lanes on Christmas Day
While many were enjoying Christmas festivities, Eastbourne’s volunteer RNLI crew answered the call to assist an angling boat in distress, showcasing their unwavering dedication to saving lives at sea. At 12:40 pm on Christmas Day, the crew’s pagers sounded as Solent Coastguard requested the launch of the All-Weather Lifeboat Esme Anderson. The task: to assist […]
