Sussex Police made 18 arrests, including six for assault offences, in Hastings and Rother over the weekend of November 6-8.

Sussex Police posted the latest weekend crime stats on the Hastings Police Facebook Page on Monday (November 9).

“A slightly less busy weekend across Hastings and Rother saw 18 arrests,” the force said.

These included: Six for assault offences; four for drink or drug driving offences; four for shop theft offences; two for possession of Class A drugs and public nuisance offences; one for burglary; and one for attempted robbery.

A spokesperson said: “Our officers remain focused on preventing crime, protecting vulnerable people, and taking action against those who commit offences across Hastings and Rother.”