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01/05/2026 Arrests There were 11 arrests made last week across Wealden.
Assault remains the most prevalent offence with 5 arrested in total, in Hailsham, Crowborough, Forest Row and Horam.
Other offences included failing to provide name and address, and intentional strangulation.
Public reporting plays a big part in helping to keep our communities safe. If you see something we should know about, please call us on 101. Charged A 44-year-old man has been charged in connection with a series of burglaries and other offences in Lewes and Uckfield.
The man was charged on 23 April with a total of 10 offences, including two counts of burglary, four counts of attempted burglary, one count of theft of a motor vehicle, fraud by false representation, driving otherwise than in accordance with a licence and driving without third party insurance.
He appeared before Brighton Magistrates’ Court on 24 April, where he was remanded in custody. He is next due to appear before the court on 22 May.
Proceedings are ongoing. Appeal Police are appealing for witnesses following a collision on the A265 between Etchingham and Burwash at around 1.55am on Sunday, 26 April.
A male pedestrian sustained serious injures after being struck by a vehicle, which did not remain at the scene.
Enquiries are ongoing to identify the vehicle and driver involved.
Anyone who witnessed the collision, or who has dashcam footage from the area at the time, is asked to call 101 quoting serial 110 of 26/04. Raising awareness on Violence Against Women and Girls We will be in Hailsham on the 7th May, joined by partners, to raise awareness on all things VAWG. Violence against women and girls can take many forms and can affect anyone, regardless of age, background or circumstances. These events are about starting conversations, challenging harmful behaviours, and helping people recognise the signs of abuse, whether it’s happening to them or someone they know. We’ll be sharing information on how to seek support, reporting options, and the services available locally. Whether you have questions, want advice, or simply want to learn more, please come and speak to us. 📅 Thursday 7th May
🕓 10:00 - 14:00
📍 The Quintins, Hailsham Together, we can help create safer communities and ensure that no one feels they have to face this alone. Do you have a keyless entry car? Cars with keyless entry unlock automatically when the key comes within a short distance of the car. If you have to push a button on your car key to open your car, you don't have keyless entry. Keyless car theft is when a device is used to fool the car into thinking the key is close by. This unlocks the car and starts the ignition. Thieves only need to be within a few metres of your car key to capture the signal, even if it’s inside your home. This means that even if your car and home are secure, thieves can still unlock, start and steal your car. How to protect your keyless entry car - When at home keep your car key (and the spare) well away from the car.
- Put the keys in a screened or signal-blocking pouch, such as a Faraday Bag and check if the bag or pouch is still working every few months.
- Reprogramme your keys if you buy a second hand car.
- Turn off wireless signals on your fob when it's not being used. Don't let thieves get an easy ride 🚗  | |
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