Man Dies in Hove Home Despite Police Efforts to Save Him
Police were called to a property on Storrington Close, Hove, late last night amid concerns for a man’s welfare. Officers arrived shortly after 9 p.m. and attempted CPR on the local man, who was in his 50s.
Despite their efforts, the man was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have been informed.
Sussex Police stated that there are no suspicious circumstances, and the case will now be handled by the coroner.
Firefighters Rush to Residential Fire in Broadfield, Crawley
Firefighters from multiple stations are currently tackling a significant residential fire in Broadfield, Crawley. Crews from Crawley, Horsham, and Horsham Fire Stations, as well as additional support from Worthing and East Grinstead fire stations, have responded to the emergency.
Key Updates:
Time of Incident: Fire reported in Broadfield, Crawley, this afternoon. Emergency services have been on scene for over an hour.
Fire Crews Involved: Teams from Crawley, Horsham, Worthing, and East Grinstead have been dispatched to manage the situation.
Public Advisory: Residents in the surrounding area are advised to avoid the scene and keep windows and doors shut due to heavy smoke.
Cause: The cause of the fire remains unknown at this stage. Investigations are expected to take place once the blaze is under control.
For public safety, West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service has urged the public to steer clear of the area and keep doors and windows closed to prevent smoke inhalation.
