Sussex Alerts - Wealden Police

03.10.2025

Arrests

There were a total of 14 arrests made over the last 7 days in Wealden.

2 people were arrested for assault in Crowborough and Withyham.

We arrested 3 drivers - one for being over the drug limit, one for being over the drink limit, and another for failing to comply with a preliminary test at the roadside.

Other offences included GBH, stalking and breach of bail conditions.

See or hear something we should be aware of? You can report to us 24/7.

If non-urgent, call us on 101 or report online here ➡️ https://orlo.uk/hUX0i

In the event of an emergency, always call 999 ☎️

Appeal

Following a collision on the A27 near Wilmington, sadly a man has died. 

On Tuesday (September 30), just before 11pm, emergency services attended a serious collision between two vehicles. 

One driver, an 18-year-old man from Heathfield, is sadly confirmed to have died. His next of kin have been informed, and our thoughts are with them at this time. 

A further 26-year-old man sustained serious injuries and remains in hospital. 

The A27 has reopened following an earlier closure.

An investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with footage or information is asked to contact police.  

You can do this online, or by calling 101 quoting Operation Medford.

Electric Blanket Testing

East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service have added NEW DATES and locations to their Electric Blanket Testing sessions!

Find out more 👉 www.esfrs.org/electric-blankets

➡️Bring your electric blanket along for a FREE safety check at any of our events.

Burglary Advice

Being a victim of burglary can be deeply distressing and affect your sense of safety. Even one incident can impact an entire community. Here are some simple steps to help protect your home and belongings:

Inside your home:
• Always lock your doors, even when you're in.
• Consider installing a burglar alarm or CCTV.
• Keep windows closed or fit restrictors if left open. Strong locks make a big difference.
• Use timer switches to leave lights or radio on when you're out.
• Keep valuables and car keys out of sight and away from doors or letterboxes.

Outside your home:
• Lock away ladders and tools that could help someone break in.
• Keep sheds and garages locked.
• Trim back overgrown shrubs to remove hiding spots.
• Never leave spare keys in obvious places like under pots or in the letterbox.
• Secure side and back gates with locks that can’t be accessed from outside.

If you see or hear anything suspicious, please call us on 101. If someone is trying to break in, call 999 immediately.
For more advice, visit https://orlo.uk/GJtbH

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 have a hearing or speech impairment, or other forms of communication difficulties.

Those with textphone can text 18001 101, or BSL users can use SignVideo to provide a Video Relay Service (here: https://signvideo.co.uk/), to report crime through a live online interpreter, who will contact the police on your behalf, when you do not require an urgent response.

In an emergency when life is threatened or there is immediate danger please use the textphone service 18000 or text us on 999.

BSL users can call 999 BSL (here: https://999bsl.co.uk/)  to use a British Sign Language interpreter.

For more information on textphone and Relay UK please visit: https://www.relayuk.bt.com/how-to-use-relay-uk/contact-999-using-relay-uk.html.