Sussex Police have launched an investigation following multiple reports of vehicles being broken into in Eastbourne between the night of 3 February and the morning of 4 February 2026.
Investigation Details
- Targeted Area: Reports indicate the break-ins were concentrated in the Langney area of Eastbourne.
- Police Appeal: Residents are urged to check their vehicles for missing items or signs of entry. Officers are specifically requesting CCTV or doorbell footage from the early hours of 4 February that may show suspicious activity.
- Contact Information: Anyone with information is asked to contact Sussex Police online or by calling 101, quoting reference number 0369 of 5 February.
Related Local Activity
- Vehicle Damage: Separately, residents on St. George's Road and Lethaby Road have reported several cars being keyed or scratched during the same overnight period.
- Recent Vehicle Crime: This follows a significant tactical pursuit on 30 January 2026, where a man was arrested after stealing an Asda delivery van from the Sovereign Harbour Retail Park.
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