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Read our Community Management guidelines ➡️ www.sussex.police.uk/police-forces/sussex-police/areas/au/about-us/governance-and-processes/our-media-and-social-media-practices We work together with partners to protect our community, catch criminals and deliver an outstanding service to the public. Our social media channels are a key platform that enables us to provide updates, create conversation, an

d build trust and legitimacy. We are transparent and open in the way we communicate, sharing information, advice and investigative updates while adhering strictly to the UK’s legal and regulatory system. Within our pages, our aim is to foster an environment where our community can engage with us, and each other, safely and respectfully. To enable this, our pages are moderated by police staff 24-hours a day and we won’t tolerate comments that are defamatory, discriminatory, malicious, obscene, offensive, threatening, abusive, hateful, or racist. We will be rigorous in upholding our community management standards and reserve the right to remove any comments or profiles that don’t comply. You can read our Community Management Guidelines here: www.sussex.police.uk/police-forces/sussex-police/areas/au/about-us/governance-and-processes/our-media-and-social-media-practices

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Good news, Nicky from Godstone in Surrey has been found. Thank you for your concern.
03/06/2026

Good news, Nicky from Godstone in Surrey has been found.

Thank you for your concern.

We are continuing to investigate and appeal for witnesses after an incident involving a suspected imitation firearm in B...
03/06/2026

We are continuing to investigate and appeal for witnesses after an incident involving a suspected imitation firearm in Bognor.

We were called to Durlston Drive at about 7.30pm on 24 May after a report it had been discharged.

A man was arrested in connection with the investigation.

This was an isolated incident that did not pose a wider threat to the community.

We are continuing to review the circumstances of the incident, and I would encourage anyone with information, including neighbours with CCTV or doorbell footage, to come forward if they have not already done so.

Michael Hames, 62, a British national of Hazel Road, Bognor, was charged with possession of an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear of violence, and possession of a weapon for the discharge of a noxious liquid, gas electrical device or thing.

He appeared before Crawley Magistrates’ Court on 26 May and was bailed to appear before Portsmouth Crown Court on 23 June to answer the charges.

Anyone with further information can report it to Sussex Police online, quoting reference 1498 of 24/05.

A man has been charged following the death of an 84-year-old woman in Aldwick.Emergency services attended a property in ...
03/06/2026

A man has been charged following the death of an 84-year-old woman in Aldwick.

Emergency services attended a property in Langley Grove on 31 May (Sunday), following welfare concerns for a resident.

Sadly, a woman, now identified as Beryl Pyke, was found deceased inside, and a man was promptly arrested in connection with enquiries.

78-year-old Michael Pyke, a British national, has since been charged with murder and is due to appear at Crawley Magistrates' Court on 3 June (Wednesday).

Detective Superintendent Colin Garman said: "Following such a significant and tragic incident, an investigation remains well underway.

"We recognise the impact this incident has had on the local community and thank residents for their patience and support as the investigation progresses.

"Anyone who may have information that could assist police enquiries is asked to come forward and speak to us.

Reports can be made online or by calling 101, quoting Operation Mayland.
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We can confirm that previously missing Patryk has been found safe.It follows an appeal issued on 30 May for the 30-year-...
02/06/2026

We can confirm that previously missing Patryk has been found safe.

It follows an appeal issued on 30 May for the 30-year-old.

Officers have thanked the public for their help to locate him.

We are reminding residents to ensure when you are leaving your home/outbuildings unattended that you keep all windows/do...
02/06/2026

We are reminding residents to ensure when you are leaving your home/outbuildings unattended that you keep all windows/doors closed.

It’s so tempting to leave a window open especially during the recent hot weather period.

Over the weekend two properties were broken into whilst the occupants were not at home but had left a window open.

By following these steps, you can significantly reduce the risk of burglary and enhance the security of your home.

🔑 Always lock your doors,

🪟 Keep windows closed

🚨 Consider installing a burglar alarm or CCTV system to provide an additional layer of security.

We’re appealing for witnesses to a serious assault in Littlehampton which left the vulnerable 49-year-old victim with li...
02/06/2026

We’re appealing for witnesses to a serious assault in Littlehampton which left the vulnerable 49-year-old victim with life-changing injuries.

He was assaulted by a group of teenagers in Norfolk Road at the junction with Berry Lane at 11.45pm on Tuesday, May 26.

The group were not known to the victim who may be left blind as a result of the attack.

If you have any information, or any relevant footage, please call 101 quoting crime reference number 47260129638.

We're searching for these three boys, who are missing and were last seen in Bognor Regis. The boys, thought to be togeth...
01/06/2026

We're searching for these three boys, who are missing and were last seen in Bognor Regis.

The boys, thought to be together, are 16-year-old Theo. 16-year-old Finley, and 17-year-old Jamie.

Theo has blonde hair, and was last seen wearing a dark blue hoodie with a white top underneath. He also was wearing dark blue trousers, and black and yellow Nike Air Jordan trainers.

Finley has short dark hair and was last seen wearing a black jacket with a white detailing and a stripe across the front and on the arms. He was also wearing black trousers.

Jamie has short light brown hair, and was last seen wearing a grey tracksuit and carrying a drawstring JD bag.

The teenagers have links to a number of areas, including Chichester, Portsmouth, Brighton and Emsworth.

If you see any of the boys or have any information to locate them, call 999 quoting reference 47260127981.

Get out into nature ✅With a catapult? ❌Dangerous use of catapults puts wildlife, especially birds, at risk of serious in...
01/06/2026

Get out into nature ✅

With a catapult? ❌

Dangerous use of catapults puts wildlife, especially birds, at risk of serious injury and death.

Did you know that it’s a crime to kill, harm, or take a wild bird under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981?

Offenders can face an unlimited fine and up to six months in jail.

Help us protect our local wildlife; if you see someone using a catapult against wildlife report it to us.

If the crime is in progress call 999. Otherwise, you can report online or by calling 101.

We have arrested a man on suspicion of murder after the body of a woman was sadly found in Aldwick this afternoon (31 Ma...
31/05/2026

We have arrested a man on suspicion of murder after the body of a woman was sadly found in Aldwick this afternoon (31 May).

Emergency services were called to Langley Grove at around 2pm, where a 84-year-old woman was found deceased.

A 78-year-old local man was arrested at the scene on suspicion of her murder.

Detective Chief Inspector Alex Campbell said: “This is a tragic loss of life and specialist detectives are working hard to understand the full circumstances of the situation.

“Officers swiftly detained a suspect, and at this point we are not looking for anyone else in connection to the incident. There is not believed to be any wider threat to the public.

“There will be a police presence at the property in Langley Grove over the coming days as we gather any evidence, and I ask neighbouring residents for their patience and understanding while this work is carried out.

“If you have any information that you feel could help the investigation, please contact police online or via 101, quoting Operation Mayland.”

We are pleased to say that missing Zainah, from Eastbourne, has been found. Thanks for sharing.
31/05/2026

We are pleased to say that missing Zainah, from Eastbourne, has been found.

Thanks for sharing.

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