Local Crime

Please be vigilant and don't be afraid to question someone who comes to your property claiming to be from a company, such as Southern Water. Always ask for identification and if they are legitimate, they will not mind waiting whilst you call the company to check. If you saw or heard anything, or have any information about the below incident please contact us online, email us at 101@sussex.pnn.police.uk or call 101, quoting the reference number provided.Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org 

Reference: 1596 10/07 

Location: Mayfield

Details: A male approached a property claiming to be from Southern Water and stated he was there to change the locks on the Southern Water meter door. When the resident called Southern Water, they stated there were no such works going on in that area on that day. Visit our Website for burglary prevention advice  

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Message Sent By

Tabitha Baker (Police, Prevention Support and Engagement Officer, Sussex)

Police are currently appealing for witnesses following a number of insecure vehicles being targeted over the Bank Holiday Weekend in Willingdon.

Incidents have occurred between Monday 28th May 2018 22:00 to  Tuesday 29th May 2018 0400.

Among the areas targets were Downs Valley Road, Anderida Road and Park Croft.

Officers would like to speak to anyone who was or heard anything suspicious or who may have information concerning who was responsible.

Majority of this type of crime is opportunist and occurs when valuables have been left on view or the vehicle left insecure. Please ensure you secure all windows, including sun roofs. Take valuables with you or lock them out of view. For further crime prevention advice please visit our website.

Anyone with information is urged to contact Sussex police Online, or by phoning 101, quoting serial 313 29/05/2018.

We have had a number of vehicle breaks and theft from vehicles over the last couple of days in the East Dean & Friston areas. Please be on your guard: make sure you keep your vehicle locked and do not leave anything valuable inside your vehicle.If you saw or heard anything, or have any information about the below incident please contact us online, email us at 101@sussex.pnn.police.uk or call 101, quoting the reference number provided.Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

On Tuesday (12 December), a house was broken into on Eastbourne Road in Willingdon, Eastbourne, but nothing was taken. (Ref: 1147 – 12/12).