Number of arrests made across Wealden fell by half last week

The number of arrests made across the Wealden district last week (October 12-18) dropped by half, Sussex Police has confirmed.

Police said 10 arrests were made across the district last week, a sharp decrease from the 20 arrests made in the week before (October 5-11).

Arrests made in Wealden halved last week (October 12-18). Photo: Iconic Media Groupplaceholder image
Arrests made in Wealden halved last week (October 12-18). Photo: Iconic Media Group

A force spokesperson said: “We arrested an individual for drink driving in Mark Cross.

“Two people were arrested in Polegate for criminal damage.

“An arrest was made for bring drunk and disorderly in Hailsham.

“Other offences included possession of an offensive weapon, possession of class B drugs and assault.

“If you see or hear something we need to know about, get in touch. You can call us on 101 or report online for all non emergencies. Always call 999 in an emergency.”

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