Police make more than 20 arrests in Eastbourne this week

Offences have included robbery, criminal damage, ABH, drug supply, drug possession, theft and common assault, according to a tweet by Eastbourne Police.

A spokesman said: “As we head into the weekend continue to report suspicious activities or concerns to us 101/999/online.”

Police also said there had been a total of four reported burglaries in the town since last Friday.

“Two of which were to business premises, and two were residential properties,” the spokesman said.

For advice on how to prevent burglaries, visit the Sussex Police website here,

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