20/12/2024

Arrests

Last week (9th - 15th), officers made a total of 20 arrests across the Wealden district.

10 arrests were made for assault in Westham, Polegate, Heathfield, Hailsham, Pevensey, Hellingly, Crowborough and Uckfield.

2 individuals were arrested for theft from a motor vehicle in Buxted.

2 arrests were made for criminal damage in Hellingly and Pevensey Bay.

Other offensives included stalking, harassment, and possession of an offensive weapon.

We're working tirelessly to keep our communities safe over the festive period. If you see something that we should know about, please report to us online or by phoning 101.

In an emergency, always call 999.

Evening patrols continue 

Patrols continue across the district 

Officers have been out and about at various 'hotspot' locations across the district, to prevent and deter crime and keep our communities safe.

Whilst we can't be everywhere, we can be anywhere.

The public play a huge part in helping keep our streets safe through consistent reporting. We encourage you to get in touch if you see or hear anything we may need to know about.

Jailed

A Crowborough man who sexually assaulted two young children has been jailed for over 14 years.

You can read more about the story here Nursery worker jailed for child sex offences in Crowborough | Sussex Police

PCSO Pop up!

It was a busy weekend for Wealden's Neighbourhood Policing Team!

On Friday 13th, officers visited various pop up locations, including Hailsham, Polegate and Heathfield, and invited members of the public to come down for a chat. Saturday 14th saw us in Crowborough, Mayfield and Uckfield.

We had the chance to engage with so many members of the public, sharing information and advice - particularly around burglary and how to keep yourself and your belongings safe during the festive period.

Events like this are a great opportunity for us to answer questions from the public, and offer advice and reassurance on current topics.

Thank you to everyone who came out to see us!

Contact us

For non-emergency incidents or crime prevention advice, click  www.sussex.police.uk,  (If you report a crime online, we will assess it in the same way as a 101 call).  

Call 101 when you do not require an urgent response. In an emergency when life is threatened or there is immediate danger always call 999. 

Speak to us face-to-face at a police station or contact the local policing team at www.sussex.police.uk/area/your-area.  

If you are deaf, hard of hearing or speech impaired, you can contact us using TypeTalk on 18000 or by sending a text to 65999.