Schoolgirl shot with BB gun at Uckfield bus station

Sussex Police are appealing for witnesses after a 13-year-old schoolgirl was shot with a BB gun at Uckfield bus station

The Incident

• Date and Time: Monday, 22 June 2026, at approximately 3:40 pm.
• Location: Uckfield bus station, East Sussex.
• What Happened: The teenage girl was waiting for a bus when she was struck by a pellet, causing a lump on her head. After noticing pellets on the ground, she saw a man point a gold-coloured gun at her and fire it. 

Suspect Description

Police are searching for a male suspect described as: 

• Age: Around 18 years old.
• Height & Build: 5ft 7in tall, slim build.
• Appearance: Short brown hair (longer on top) and facial stubble.
• Clothing: A white T-shirt and potentially football shorts. 

Police Appeal

Because the incident took place at a busy time when numerous other schoolchildren and commuters were in the area, authorities believe there are multiple witnesses. If you saw the incident or have any information, you can contact Sussex Police by calling 101 and quoting serial 1328 of 22/06.