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25/04/2025 Arrests Bank holiday arrest round up.
We hope that you all had a chance to rest and recharge over the Easter weekend.
Whilst most kept themselves out of trouble, the same can't be said for the 14 individuals who found themselves under arrest...
On Friday, we arrested a driver for being over the alcohol limit in East Dean.
Saturday saw 4 people arrested, for assault, criminal damage and drink driving.
Another driver was arrested in Heathfield on Sunday for also driving whilst over the alcohol limit, whilst 3 others were arrested for assault in Polegate, Uckfield and Crowborough.
There were a further 3 arrests made on Monday, for separate assault offences. Speedwatch in Heathfield
Speedwatch is just one of the many ways we aim to reduce anti-social driving, such as speeding or dangerous driving, throughout the district.
Yes, we're still out catching criminals - policing comes in many different forms, and keeping our roads safe is one of our many priorities.
We aim to act as a deterrent, ensuring that drivers are following the speed limit in areas that are prone to speeding, as well as:
- Reduce death and injury on the roads.
- Improve the quality of life for local communities.
- Increase public awareness of inappropriate speed.
You can also report ASB driving via Operation Crackdown here Operation Crackdown
If a crime is in action, or there's an emergency, please call 999.
Stalking Awareness Week
For National Stalking Awareness Week 2025 (22-25 April), our aim is to highlight the importance of recognising the signs, knowing what to do, and understanding how we are helping to protect victims of stalking.
We will be raising awareness throughout the week of not only how to recognise stalking and harassment, but also the channels available to ALL victims where they can report and find support.
Experiencing stalking can be incredibly distressing. It's crucial that individuals receive the support they need.
We take stalking reports very seriously, and we encourage anyone affected to come forward so we can provide help as soon as possible.
There is lots of support available for victims, many of which can be found here https://orlo.uk/Y3oUP What is Stalking and Harassment?
Harassment may include:
- sending abusive text messages or images
- posting abusive messages on social media
- neighbour disputes that involve abusive behaviour or damage to property
- repeated antisocial behaviour
- making unwanted or offensive phone calls
It's harassment if the unwanted behaviour has happened two times or more and made you feel distressed or threatened.
Stalking may include:
- following someone
- going uninvited to their home
- hanging around somewhere they know the person often visits
- watching or spying on someone
- identity theft (signing-up to services, buying things in someone's name)
- writing or posting online about someone if it's unwanted or the person doesn't know
It's stalking if the unwanted behaviour has happened two times or more and made you feel scared, distressed or threatened.
It's important that you get the support you need if this is something you're experiencing. If you're not ready to report to us, that's OK, there are other organisations that can give you advice and help Anti-social behaviour
PCSO Park and PCSO Thompson patrolled Pevensey yesterday (23rd) on foot.
A visit was paid to the castle following reports of anti-social behaviour, with officers speaking with staff and providing crucial crime prevention advice.
Anti-social behaviour will not be tolerated, and our officers work hard to prevent and deter ASB every single day. It's crucial that the public continue reporting ASB to us, to help us direct our patrols where they're needed most.
For more info on ASB, including the various types and where to report it, see here https://orlo.uk/QD2NV
Motorcycle theft Help protect your motorcycle, moped or scooter from theft
With warmer weather we see more bikes on the road, and subsequently more bike thefts . We urge moped, scooter or motorcycle owners to help reduce their risk of becoming a victim by taking steps to layer their security.
As well as locking, chaining and covering, owners may wish to consider these further security measures following reports of theft across the town this week.
- An alarm can be a deterrent to thieves - consider implementing an alarm system with tracking, immobilisation, anti-grab and movement sensors can help protect and trace your vehicle.
- Property mark the parts - marking as much of your bike as possible will make it more difficult for criminals to sell parts on, and therefore less attractive to steal; it will also help police identify parts and return recovered stolen bikes.
- When at home the best place to keep your motorcycle, moped or scooter is in your garage or shed - fit a garage door defender or upgrade garage door locks; consider garage and shed alarms as well as low level dusk to dawn lighting will also enhance security or by using a ground anchor which will also provide extra security.  | |
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. | 
