Introducing Night Coppers

Introducing Night Coppers, a new Channel 4 documentary series that follows Sussex Police officers in Brighton and Hove as they police the city after dark.

The eight-part series gives an insight into the world of modern policing in one of the UK’s busiest and most vibrant cities, showing the every-day challenges faced by officers as they catch criminals and keep people safe.

Filmed during some of the busiest weekends in December and January, it follows response officers in real-time – including some of Sussex’s newest recruits - dedicated to policing Brighton and Hove’s night-time economy, as well as officers and staff in our custody and contact centres.

The first episode of Night Coppers will air on Channel 4 at 9pm on Tuesday (July 12), with subsequent broadcasts planned for Tuesday nights at 9pm. It will also be available to watch on catch-up on All 4.

To see more information on this, please click on the link or go to our website. 

https://www.sussex.police.uk/news/sussex/news/news/introducing-night-coppers/

Appeal after man assaulted in Worthing

Police are appealing for witnesses to an assault in Worthing which left a man with serious head injuries.

Officers responded to a report of a fight on Marine Parade around 3.40am on Saturday, June 18.

The victim initially declined medical treatment and made his way home with the help of friends and attending officers.

Upon returning home however, his condition deteriorated and he was taken to hospital by ambulance, where he remains at this time.

To read the full story, please click on the link. 

https://www.sussex.police.uk/news/sussex/news/witness-appeals/appeal-after-man-assaulted-in-worthing/

Reporting online could save lives

Sussex Police are reminding residents that the decisions they make when choosing how to report a crime could be the difference between saving a life or not.

It is vital our phone lines are kept clear for people who need to contact us during a genuine emergency and need our assistance urgently.

But it is not just for emergencies where it is important that the phone lines are kept clear. Some of the most vulnerable members of our community, like the elderly who may have not have access to the internet, will call us to report non-emergencies.

Please be considerate when choosing how to report a non-emergency with Sussex Police so every resident can access the same levels of good service.

There are many other advantages to reporting online which could be more beneficial to you.

Rather than relaying an account of your report to a contact officer, you can submit a comprehensive account which can be done at your leisure where it may be more beneficial to reflect in a considered way on an incident’s details.

Chief Superintendent Rosie Ross oversees our contact centre and explains why it is vital people choose the right method of communication when reporting a non-emergency to us.

She said: “We are asking the people of Sussex to self-prioritise how important their call is and whether the same report can be made online. It is imperative that the lines are kept clear for people who are calling in a genuine emergency and need our assistance urgently or for people who don’t have access to the internet.

“Our contact officers experience high-levels of calls throughout the summer so now is a good time for people to change their reporting method for non-emergencies. I want to reassure people that reports made online are also triaged by a human. All reports are triaged by the same staff in the contact centre irrespective of whether it has been made online or by calling 101, so the public can expect the same levels of good service.

“It is quicker for them to deal with online reports and phone lines are not tied up taking basic details like the name and address, which are easily completed on the online system. It is these valuable seconds that can make a difference and even save lives when it comes to us being able to answer a 999 call.”

Click report online at www.sussex.police.uk. Stay informed by connecting with us on social media and by signing up to Sussex Alerts visit www.sussexalerts.co.uk.

Call 101 when you don’t require an urgent response. In an emergency always call 999.

Connect with us face-to-face at your nearest police station or contact point. Contact your local policing team for community matters.  

https://www.sussex.police.uk/news/sussex/news/news/sussex-police-are-urging-people-to-report-non-emergencies-online/

Appeal to trace Glenn Waters who is wanted on recall to prison

Police are appealing for information to find Glenn Waters who is wanted on recall to prison.

The 36-year-old, formerly of Southwick, was serving a ten-week prison sentence for assault on a woman in Sussex.

He was released on licence but this was revoked following a report by the Probation Service.

Officers are now seeking to locate Waters, who they also wish to speak to in connection with separate reports of assaults occasioning actual bodily harm on May 25 and July 1.

It is believed he has links to the Brighton, Eastbourne and Worthing areas.

Anyone who sees him or knows his whereabouts is asked to report it to Sussex Police online or call 101 and quote serial 1504 of 20/05/2022.

Information can also be reported to CrimeStoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

https://www.sussex.police.uk/news/sussex/news/wanted/appeal-to-trace-glenn-waters-who-is-wanted-on-recall-to-prison/

Burglary / Vehicle Crime 

Montague Street, Worthing – at around 1600hrs Sunday 3rd July, a purse was stolen from an insecure and unattended handbag whilst the owner was distracted by someone in a shop. Cad 0452 06/07/22.

East Street, Shoreham – on Wednesday 6th July, a purse and some money which were left insecure in a staff room in a shop were stolen. Cad 0742 06/07/22. 

Ashacre Lane, Salvington – between 2210hrs and 2320hrs 6th July, items including alcohol and jewellery were stolen from an insecure property. Cad 1245 06/07/22. 

Browning Road, Worthing – between 2230hrs 7th July and 0600hrs 8th July, a property was entered, a car key and subsequently the car was stolen. Cad 0343 08/07/22. 

Goring Road, Goring – between 1000hrs and 1415hrs 9th July, damage was caused to a garage door and a conservatory door, an untidy search was made of the property. Cad 0829 09/07/22.   

Upper Brighton Road, Broadwater – between 1300hrs and 1600hrs 9th July, a window was forced open and entry was gained to a property. An untidy search was made. Cad 0970 09/07/22.  

Brighton Road, Worthing – between 1130hrs and 1145hrs 11th July, a small handbag which contained cash and financial cards was stolen from behind a counter when a shop owner was distracted. It was later found outside the shop with items missing. Cad 0600 11/07/22.   

Marine Parade, Worthing – between 1130hrs and 1200hrs 8th July, a BMW was entered after the soft top roof was cut and items such as a laptop, iPad, iPhone and a financial card were all taken. Cad 0604 08/07/22. 

Dagmar Street, Worthing – between 2230hrs 8th July and 0700hrs 9th July, a Suzuki motorbike was stolen. Cad 0407 12/07/22. 

Partnership Street Briefings 

Next week, 18th – 22nd July is Anti-Social Behaviour week and our officers, PCSOs, Adur & Worthing Council and Victim Support will be getting together to do some street briefings in some of the local Libraries. If you’ve experienced ASB or know someone else that has or just want to go along and speak to someone about it then please go along to one of the following events: 

Southwick Library on Monday 18th July between 10am and Midday. 

Durrington Library on Tuesday 19th July between 10am and Midday.

Broadwater Library on Thursday 21st July between 10am and Midday.    

Bike Marking event 

The local PCSO will be holding a bike marking community event along with neighbourhood watch this Saturday, 16th July between 10am and midday at Morrisons in Newland Street, Worthing.

Monthly meet and greet

The local PCSO will be holding his monthly meet and greet at The Gallops, Findon near the school on Monday 18th July between 3pm and 4pm. If you have any questions or concerns about your local community, please go along.