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Prolific Worthing shop thief jailed for his latest offences
13:49 01/10/2026Dale Searle has been convicted after thefts worth more than £6,800 in Worthing stores earlier this spring.
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Man sentenced for 46 offences in Worthing town centre
12:00 25/09/2026Matthew Greenaway has been jailed after assaulting officers, threatening the public, shop thefts, exposing himself, and being routinely drunk and disorderly.
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Prolific shoplifter banned from Co-op stores in West Sussex
12:20 18/09/2026Daryl Hunt, 30, became the first person to be fitted with a Buddi tag in West Sussex after he admitted 13 shop theft offences in Worthing.
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Video: Renewed appeal after E-scooter collision with pedestrian in Worthing
13:53 16/09/2026Police are investigating the collision in Chapel Road, Worthing, on July 15, where a 74-year-old woman was injured.
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Man pleads guilty to manslaughter following death in Worthing
17:22 11/09/2026Taylor Mitten, 23, is due to be sentenced on 22 October.
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The Strand – Anti-Social Behaviour and Drug Activity Update
We’ve received reports of anti-social behaviour in The Strand area, including incidents of shoplifting and suspected drug activities.
In response, the Neighbourhood Policing Team is conducting regular high-visibility patrols, focusing on hot spot areas identified through community reports.
We remain committed to tackling this behaviour and working with local partners to ensure the safety and well being of residents and businesses.
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Antisocial Driving and Speeding
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The Neighbourhood Policing Team is continuing their targeted patrols and working closely with partner agencies, including local councils and road safety teams, to address the issue. This includes speed monitoring, engagement with drivers, and enforcement where necessary.
We are committed to improving road safety and reducing dangerous driving behaviours to help keep our roads and communities safe.