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A Hailsham man who drove a car at a group of people, killing a man, has been jailed for life.
Kyle Dumble, 27, of no fixed address, was convicted of murder, attempted grievous bodily harm with intent and driving while disqualified and without insurance at Hove Trial Centre on Friday (24 January).
A murder investigation was launched after emergency services were called to Western Road in Hailsham at around 11pm on Saturday, 18 November, 2023, to reports of a man having been struck by a car.
The car had fled the scene before the arrival of emergency services.
Twenty-four-year-old Jack Field, from Hailsham, was found critically injured at the scene and sadly died from his injuries.
The investigation found Jack had been out with friends in Hailsham prior to the incident, and they were in Western Road when a fight ensued with the occupants of a black Mitsubishi Shogun – driven by Kyle Dumble.
During the fight Dumble got back into the vehicle and witnesses described it revving and mounting the pavement to drive at Jack and his friends.
The car hit Jack and another man, and repeatedly drove forwards and reversed back at them before fleeing the scene.
Jack’s injuries were sadly fatal, while his friend suffered severe bruising.
Dumble handed himself in to police around 24 hours after the incident and was arrested on suspicion of murder. He was subsequently charged with murder, attempted grievous bodily harm with intent and driving while disqualified and without insurance.
At Hove Trial Centre on Monday (27 January), Dumble was given a life sentence, with a minimum of 17 years to be spent in prison.
Jack Field
Jack’s family have released the following tribute:
“Jack was a loving son, brother and friend.
“He was the most selfless, respectful gentleman who would do anything for anyone and always putting others before himself. He was everyone’s best friend, role model and hero.
“He will never be able to be replaced and has left a gaping hole which will never be filled but we will hold him in our hearts forever.
“Darling Jack, we love you so much, goodbye for now baby boy.
“Although nothing can bring Jack back, we are pleased he has got the justice he deserves.”
Detective Chief Inspector Alex Campbell said: “Nothing can make up for the loss of Jack for his family and loved ones.
“With his killer behind bars, I hope they now have the opportunity to mourn this tragedy in their own ways.
“I would like to thank them for their strength and support during this long and complex investigation.
“I also commend the investigative team, witnesses and our partners for their determination to counter Kyle Dumble’s denials and ensure he has faced justice for his crimes.”