Spate of break-ins sparks police investigation

Residents were urged by police to be vigilant

Police have launched an investigation after several break-ins in West Sussex.

Officers received reports of thefts from cars and a break-in at a house, where car keys and a car were stolen, on Monday in the Kings Weald area of Burgess Hill.

Sussex Police said the car was found after the offenders were involved in a crash and abandoned the vehicle.

Sgt Ryan Oakley said the force was taking the incidents "extremely seriously".

"It is vital that the public report every crime, so we can fully investigate, identify series, and increase the police presence in the area if required," he added.

Sgt Oakley also said the police investigation was ongoing with "numerous lines of inquiry".

He urged residents to be vigilant and ensure their properties were secured.

Sussex Police asked anyone with any information or CCTV footage to get in contact.