This is a reminder about the Sussex PCC’s policing priorities and funding survey. This closes on 10th January 2021, so please take this opportunity to have your say, if you have not yet already done so. There are just a few days left to have your say on policing priorities […]
Wishing You A Safe and Happy Festive Season from Chief Constable Jo Shiner
As Chief Constable of Sussex Police, I wanted to take this opportunity to send you my Season’s Greetings and best wishes for the festive period, while acknowledging that 2020 has been a testing year for us all. This year, everyone has had to adapt to hugely challenging situations, and make […]
Drink/drug drive patrols and stops
This week, and in the lead up to Christmas, additional stop checks are being carried out across the district by officer, checking for motorists that are driving whilst under the influence, of alcohol or drugs. Already this week there have been two arrests for drink/drug driving. One for driving with […]
Seaford Scam awareness
More concerning scams but it is important that defences don’t slip when we may be distracted. Officers from Seaford Neighbourhood Policing Team have been out all this week sharing advice, following a significant increase in fraud/scams being reported from Seaford and Seahaven residents. Scam police and bank callers is the […]
Appeal following A259 collision.
Police are appealing for witnesses following a collision in Bishopstone near Seaford on Wednesday morning (2 December). A red Nissan Micra and dark coloured Hyudai Getz collided on the A259 Buckle Bypass at the junction with Marine Parade at about 7.20am. Emergency services attended the scene. The driver of one of the vehicles, a woman […]
Police set to launch Christmas crackdown on drink and drug-drivers
A Christmas crackdown on drink and drug-drivers launches today (1 December), as police strive to protect the public and deal robustly with offenders. Drink and drug-driving destroys lives. It is one of the most common causes of collisions which result in death or serious injury. While the vast majority of […]
Speeding drivers convicted after causing horrific crash on A26
Two speeding drivers who caused a horrific crash which seriously injured a mother and her two children have been convicted in court. Daish Jaggers and Joshua Knevett had been racing each other on the A26 at Beddingham, travelling well in excess of the national speed limit and contravening double white […]
Sussex Police has opened recruitment for the third time this year, as part of its push to drive up officer numbers by 2022.
To apply click here. During this round of recruitment, the final opportunity for this year, applications will be sought for cohorts to join the force in late 2021 as part of a three-year programme where they will study for a degree in professional policing practice while undertaking their training. The […]
ASB patrols this weekend across Lewes and the Coast
At this time of year there is often an increase in anti-social behaviour, which can distress and worry many residents. Additional Officers will be deployed on ASB targeting patrols, Op Blitz this Friday and Saturday- call 07989188960 between 1600-2200 (both Friday and Saturday) to report ASB directly to officers out […]
Chief Constable launches postcard competition for children and young people
Sussex Police Chief Constable Jo Shiner is looking for new postcard designs to use when writing to children and young people, and is inviting Sussex’s under 18s to come up with the designs. As well as having their design printed on a postcard, the three winners will be invited to […]
Police are urging people to be vigilant after a spate of catalytic converter thefts in East Sussex.
Officers have seen an increase in reports of the thefts during the past month, including in Eastbourne, Hastings and Bexhill. Toyota and Honda vehicles have been targeted in particular. Chief Inspector Di Lewis, district commander for Eastbourne and Lewes, said: “We are urging people to take extra precautions around their […]
Road Safety Campaign Sussex Safer Roads Partnership
Sussex Police and Sussex Safer Roads Partnership (SSRP) are encouraging road users to share the roads responsibly in the latest campaign to reduce death and injury on roads across the county. Operation VRU (Vulnerable Road Users) is taking place throughout November with a view to educate and advise on road […]
Sussex’s Chief Constable ‘disappointed’ by weekend Covid19 breaches
Sussex’s Chief Constable has described a string of Covid19 breaches over the weekend as ‘disappointing and selfish’. As England prepares for a second lockdown, Jo Shiner said police enforcement activity would be stepped up to address the behaviour of people knowingly breaking the rules in the coming days and weeks to […]
Be responsible this Hallowe’en
Sussex Police have a few pointers for Trick and Treat. Hallowe’en has become an increasingly popular celebration over the past few years for children, families and young people especially, but it is important not to have fun at the expense of others. This year the Police are asking members of […]
National Road Safety Survey
The Association of Police and Crime Commissioners has launched a national road safety survey to help inform the Home Office’s review of roads policing and any future plans for enforcement. They know this is a top priority for Sussex residents, and Police & Crime Commissioner Katy Bourne wants to make […]
Efforts to tackle rural and business crime scrutinised by panel
Sent on behalf of the Sussex Police and Crime PanelOngoing efforts to address an increase in reported rural and business crime across Sussex were reviewed by a scrutiny panel on Friday 25th September. Sussex Police and Crime Panel heard how the number of rural incidents reported to Sussex Police had […]
Owners sought for two cycles found in Lewes
Do you recognise these two cycles? The black and red Carrera Virtuoso road cycle (above) and the red and yellow Voodoo Hoodoo Mountain bike (below) were left near the scene when would-be thieves ran off having failed to steal a quad bike and a lawn tractor from a barn off […]
Help us keep Sussex safe
If you see or hear anything the police need to know about, or have any information about any incident please contact them online, or call 101. Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org You can also visit the website at www.sussex.police.uk where you can find […]
Updates to Police Front Offices
From today (Monday, August 24), Seaford Police Station and Lewes Police Station will revert to public opening hours of 10am to 2pm, Monday to Friday. The Sussex Police front office in Newhaven remains closed at this time. Seaford and Lewes police stations will no longer deal with enquiries relating to […]
Operation Blitz – Tackling ASB in your towns and villages
Operation Blitz is a designated ASB patrol, and an on-going drive, each Friday and Saturday night between 4pm-10pm in which officers from the Lewes district Prevention team take to the streets in areas which have seen an increase in Anti Social Behaviour crimes, or youth related ASB, along with areas […]
Wet weather driving warning as storm clouds loom
After a spell of very hot weather and the likelihood of storm clouds looming on the horizon, roads policing officers in Sussex are warning drivers to be ready for potentially treacherous conditions when the rain arrives. Chief Inspector Michael Hodder from the Surrey and Sussex Roads Policing Unit said: “Experience […]
A man has been arrested following the serious collision on the A27 at the Lewes bypass.
At 10.55am on Monday (10 August) police were called to a crash involving an HGV lorry and a broken down security van transporting a prisoner. All three occupants of the security van suffered injuries. The prisoner – a 29-year-old man – sustained a head injury and remains in hospital in […]
Sussex Police Launches Police Officer Recruitment Today
Following the Home Office announcement that Sussex Police is on track to achieve its first year Government funded uplift targets, today (Wednesday 05 August) the force launches its latest recruitment drive for those who wish to become police officers through the police constable degree apprenticeship entry route. Seeking those who […]
Analysis of Coronavirus fines in Sussex published in national report
ndependent analysis of Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs) issued by police under the Coronavirus (Covid-19) regulations shows a low overall rate in fines issued nationally with young men receiving the biggest proportion. It also shows black, Asian and ethnic minority (BAME) people were issued with an FPN at a rate 1.6 […]
Maria Caulfield MP welcomes £893,366 in additional Government funding to crack down on burglary and theft in local crime hotspots
Maria Caulfield MP has welcomed the announcement that Sussex Police will receive £893,366 in extra funding as part of the Government’s £25 million Safer Streets Fund – delivering on a key Conservative manifesto commitment. The Safer Streets Fund forms part of the Government’s concerted action to tackle crime, and aims […]
Reward offered for information leading to Seaford man’s arrest
Police searching for Jack Davies are now offering a reward for information leading to his arrest. Davies, 26, from Seaford, was involved in an altercation in Oxford Street, Brighton, on Thursday (11 June) where he sustained a serious injury for which he was taken to hospital. Davies left hospital before […]
Maria Caulfield MP welcomes good news on local policing as Home Secretary visits Sussex Police
Following a meeting with Sussex Police Maria Caulfield MP has thanked them for their hard work and welcomed good news on a number of local issues, as the Home Secretary visits Sussex Police HQ. During the meeting Maria Caulfield MP was updated on policing matters in Sussex including: the Rural […]
Sussex Police Encourage People To Act Responsibly Over the Weekend
Police are encouraging people visiting pubs and bars reopening this weekend to enjoy themselves but to act responsibly. Saturday (4 July) will see many venues reopening across Sussex, with people being able to drink and socialise for the first time in months. Superintendent Graham Barnett said: “We want everyone to […]
Dispersal Orders Issued Across The County
In the past week reports have been received of large gatherings and anti-social behaviour across the county. Following these incidents dispersal orders have been put in place where needed. Police are asking the residents and visitors in Sussex to take responsibility and to consider the potential impact on others when […]
Operation Blitz – Tackling ASB in your towns and villages
Operation Blitz is a designated ASB patrol, and an on-going drive, each Friday and Saturday night between 4pm-10pm in which officers from the Lewes district Prevention team take to the streets in areas which have seen an increase in ASB crimes, or youth related ASB, along with areas which have […]
Jo Shiner Announced As Next Chief Constable of Sussex
Jo Shiner has been formally announced as the new Chief Constable of Sussex Police, following a unanimous decision by the county’s Police and Crime Panel to approve the appointment by Katy Bourne, Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner. She takes up the post on July 11. Here she sets out her […]
Newhaven First Avenue Appeal and Update
Some disturbing news from the local Police – please help with any information regarding the described incident:- Criminal damage and attempt arson in Newhaven, STREET SURGERY TOMORROW FOR RESIDENTS Following the below incident, agencies from Saxon House we will be holding a Street Surgery in First Avenue tomorrow Friday 12th June […]
Hundreds of offences detected in latest speed campaign
Police are reminding all road users to drive and ride responsibly, after more than 800 speeding offences were detected over the bank holiday weekend. Officers were deployed across Surrey and Sussex to provide education and enforcement as part of the National Police Chiefs’ Council’s bi-annual speed campaign, and in response […]
Operation Blitz ASB patrols
Your Op Blitz (ASB patrols) teams are out again this Friday and Saturday across the Lewes district, and Seahavens. Please call 07989188960 between 4-10 pm to report any ASB across the district during the times given. Op Blitz patrols are in addition to regular patrols of your towns and villages, […]
Operation Blitz – Tackling ASB in your towns and villages
Operation Blitz is a designated ASB patrol, and an on-going drive, each Friday and Saturday night between 4pm-10pm (during the Spring months, and in addition to weekly patrols across the district), in which officers from the Lewes district Prevention team take to the streets in areas which have seen an […]
Sussex Police Focus Remains on Core Policing Services
Police across Sussex will focus on their core role of preventing and detecting crime and protecting the most vulnerable, as people enjoy new freedom to spend more time outside. Changes were made by the Government earlier this week to moderate stringent lockdown rules, in place to reduce the spread of […]
Operation Blitz – Tackling ASB in your towns and villages
Operation Blitz is a designated ASB patrol, and an on-going drive, each Friday and Saturday night between 4pm-10pm (during the Spring months, and in addition to weekly patrols across the district), in which officers from the Lewes district Prevention team take to the streets in areas which have seen an […]
Police tackle crime as they keep people safe during lockdown
With the announcement of 348 fines having been issued across the county for breaches of new public health regulations, Sussex Police confirms enforcement is the absolute last resort. Deputy Chief Constable Jo Shiner said: “We empathise with the public and understand how difficult it is at this time. We will […]
Operation Blitz notification of this weekend’s phone number
This weekend’s phone number is:- 07989188960 Please use the above number/s to contact the team direct to report anti-social behaviour between the hours of 4pm and 10pm on Friday and Saturday. This phone number/s should not be used to report any other crime or incident. To report crime and incidents please contact us online, email […]
Police thank Sussex residents for following Covid-19 guidance over Easter weekend
‘Thank you’ is Sussex Police’s message to the public after the four-day Easter weekend as our communities overwhelmingly followed the government’s Covid-19 advice. While the vast majority of local residents followed government advice and stayed at home, officers had to issue more than 100 Fixed Penalty Notices (FPNs) across the […]
Update on last weekend’s Operation Blitz activity
The patrols began in Peacehaven where they first attended the Meridian Centre where all was in order, however, they did have to give words of advice to a small group in the park by the entrance due to social distancing. They then headed over to the Big Park where they […]
Many people in Sussex stayed home to save lives – Easter weekend message
Despite the high temperatures last weekend, many people in Sussex followed governmentadvice to stay home, help protect the NHS and save lives. Superintendent Graham Barnett said last week: “We were pleased to see that most of the public had listened to our appeals to stay home and avoid travelling to places […]
Man jailed for spitting at officers while claiming to be infected with coronavirus
A man who repeatedly spat at officers while claiming to be infected with coronavirus has been jailed. The Crown Prosecution Service authorised Peter Davy, 65, unemployed of Albion Street, Brighton, to be charged with three counts of assaulting an emergency worker; using threatening, abusive or insulting words or behaviour with […]
Police chief thanks hundreds of ‘police emergency volunteers’
The Chief Constable has praised hundreds of members of the public who have come forward to offer their services to support the county’s response to the coronavirus outbreak. Following a call for support last week, more than 580 members of the public have expressed an interest in becoming a police […]
Together We Can Save Lives – A Message From Chief Constable Giles York
Please take a few minutes to read this statement from our Chief Constable relating to matters of security at this difficult time:- “Our policing services are still delivering safety for you whenever you need them,” says Chief Constable Giles York Sussex Police is working with its partners in an enormous […]
Police Emergency Response Volunteers
Surrey and Sussex Police are continuing to plan ahead during this period of dealing with Covid 19. In particular They are looking at contingencies in case resources reduce or if they need additional specific skills and experience. As such they are creating a database of retired Police Officers, Specials and […]
Operation Sceptre – Knife Crime Awareness Week 23-29th March 2020
Operation Sceptre starts next week; a national campaign which takes place twice a year, supporting the work Sussex Police carry out all year to ensure residents and communities are safe from knife crime. The campaign will be a mix of targeted operational activities, and educational activities, aimed at removing unwanted […]
Operation Blitz ASB updates, Lewes District
This weekend’s mobile number remains the same: 07989 188960 This week’s hours remain the same: 1600:-2200 – outside of these times please continue to contact us online or report to 101. Always dial 999 in an emergency. Update from last weekend Last weekend’s Operation Blitz ASB patrol. Friday began with the team heading […]
Operation Blitz notification of this weekend’s phone number
This weekend’s phone number/s is: 07989188960 Please use the above number/s to contact the police patrol direct to report anti-social behaviour between the hours of 4pm and 10pm on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th March This is a direct line to the police to only report anti-social incidents to officers on patrol so that they […]