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Shoplifting Duo Convicted After Bexhill Crime Wave

Two men have been convicted following a spate of thefts in the Bexhill area, impacting several local stores. Between 3 March and 18 July, officers responded to reports of 15 thefts, targeting various items at Co-op on Seabourne Road, One Stop on Sea Road, and One Stop on Turkey Road. Acting on intelligence, police arrested […] Read more on www.Sussex.News

Evil Predator Sentenced: Life in Prison for Child Rape and Attempted Murder

A man who attempted to murder a child who had intervened to stop him from raping and sexually assaulting another child has been sentenced today after being convicted of multiple offences, including attempted murder and rape. Anthony Stocks, 54, formerly of Icieni Close, Goring-on-Thames, was found guilty by a unanimous jury verdict at Oxford Crown […] Read more on www.Sussex.News

Southwick Man Sentenced to 24 Years for Brutal Rape and Assault

A Southwick man has been handed a 24-year sentence for repeatedly raping and assaulting a woman over several years. Shaun Clarke, 53, was convicted of multiple crimes after police were called to a property in Southwick on 18 October 2023. Police responded to reports of Clarke attempting to gain entry to the property, demanding money, […] Read more on www.Sussex.News

Lewes District Council Unveils Ambitious West Beach Plans

In a significant move towards revitalizing Newhaven, the planning committee at Lewes District Council has approved the ambitious redevelopment of the promenade above West Beach. This landmark project promises to transform the area into a vibrant hub for residents and visitors alike. The approved plans include a new 378m² restaurant, an outdoor gym, a children’s […] Read more on www.Sussex.News

Eastbourne’s Night Safety Marshals: Seven Months of Success

At the beginning of this year, a new team launched in Eastbourne working alongside police and partners to help keep people safe at night. Come rain or shine, since their launch, the Night Safety Marshals have already supported over 135 vulnerable women and over 60 vulnerable men. The team helps to reunite them with friends […] Read more on www.Sussex.News

London Group Convicted for Violent Seaford Burglary

A London group has been convicted for burglary following a violent incident in Seaford. Police were called to a report of a burglary at a property in Coxwell Close on 7 January. It was heard that two men, Remy Cadoret and Romeo Dankwa, along with a 15-year-old boy who cannot be named for legal reasons, […] Read more on www.Sussex.News

Daytime Robbery at Crawley Phone Shop

Police are appealing for witnesses following a robbery at a phone shop in Crawley. Officers were called to the incident at a premises at O2, The Martlets at around 11:50 am on 26 June, which involved two men forcing their way into the stock room and stealing around £50,000 of goods. New images have been […] Read more on www.Sussex.News

Pensioner Robbed in Broad Daylight in Brighton

Police are appealing for the public’s help to identify a man in connection with a robbery on Upper North Street, Brighton, on 27 June. The incident occurred between 1.45pm and 2pm, when a 73-year-old man was pushed from behind and had his watch stolen from his wrist. Fortunately, the victim did not suffer any serious […] Read more on www.Sussex.News

Crawley Drug Distributor Jailed for Over Three Years

In a significant development in the fight against drug distribution in Crawley, Omar Shackleton has been sentenced to three years and one month in prison for his involvement in the ‘JJ’ County Drug Line. Shackleton, 31, was found guilty of running Class A substances in the town. Following extensive police enquiries, a warrant was executed […] Read more on www.Sussex.News

Four-Year Sentence for Worthing Man in Child Indecency Case

Lewis Peters, a 31-year-old resident of Worthing, has been sentenced to four years in prison for possession of indecent images of children. Peters was arrested on June 3 at his home following an intelligence-led operation by Sussex Police’s Online Child Abuse Team (OCAT). During the operation, Peters attempted to conceal a small memory card containing […] Read more on www.Sussex.News