Arrests

Last week there were a total of 24 arrests across the Wealden district.

We arrested 8 individuals for assault in Hailsham, Heathfield, Willingdon and Crowborough.

5 drivers were arrested in Heathfield, Forest Row, Polegate and Uckfield. 3 for drink driving, 1 for drug driving and 1 for failing to co-operate in a preliminary roadside test.

2 individuals were arrested for theft from another person in Crowborough and Polegate.

Other offenses included stalking, breaking bail conditions, and possession of an offensive weapon.

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Framfield Residents Meeting 

On the 3rd Nov, PCSO Jackson was joined by several Framfield residents at the Memorial Hall.

We had the chance to discuss local issues and general concerns, as well as provide crime prevention advice - specifically on keeping your home and property safe as the darker nights are drawing in.

Thank you to those that braved the weather to come and see us. We love meeting and engaging with our communities and our presence was appreciated by all.

If you want to stay up to date with your local team, you can find more information on our website here https://orlo.uk/YU3B7

Another day, another scam awareness talk!

Reports of scams still remain high across the district, with billions of pounds being lost to fraud across the UK year on year.

This week, PCSO Choppin and PCSO Jackson have held two events, raising awareness on all things fraud, to keep our communities alert to these crimes.

Anyone can fall victim to fraud, and knowing the signs and what to spot is key.

Our scam awareness talks are designed to empower residents with the knowledge and confidence to protect themselves and their loved ones. From recognising suspicious messages and calls to understanding how scammers operate, these sessions help ensure our communities stay one step ahead.

Our officers work tirelessly to reach as many people as possible, visiting community centres, local groups, and neighbourhood events to offer free, practical advice and support. Every conversation helps build a stronger, safer, and more informed community.

Together, we can help stop scams in their tracks and protect those most at risk.

Protect your bike

Putting your bike away for the winter? 
Keep your bike safe this winter, by taking steps to layer your security 

• Keep your bike out of sight when not in use.
• Store it in a secure location, consider bolting it down to a ground anchor, or locking your bike to an immovable object with hardened steel chains or a close shackle lock.
• Using a garage? Consider garage door defenders or upgrade your garage door locks.
• Consider installing motion-activated lights, or use shed/garage alarms, where your bike is secured to deter thieves from taking advance of the darker months.
• Having an alarm or tracker on your bike can be a deterrent to thieves, consider an alarm system with tracking, immobilisation, anti-grab or movement sensors.
• Property mark the parts, by marking as much of your bike as possible will make it more difficult for criminals to sell parts on in the event it is stolen.

Marking property can make it less attractive to steal as it is harder to sell on, it will also help police identify parts and return recovered stolen bikes.

Unfortunately security measures can’t guarantee your bike won’t be stolen but, by using multiple security measures, you can make it harder and less attractive for thieves.

Report online or to 101 (non-emergency), and always to 999 in an emergency / crime in action.