A 17 year old boy who tried to stop the burglars he found raiding his family’s home, was struck on the head as they made their getaway.  

The incident occurred just after 4 pm on Tuesday at a house in Pine Grove in East Grinstead. As the teenager entered the house, two figures in dark clothing wearing balaclavas ran past him carrying a small safe. The boy chased after them as they made off towards the A22 London Road.  A grey Volkswagen Golf pulled up beside them outside the Little Tigers nursery. As the boy tried to prevent their escape by opening one of the doors, he was struck by one of the hooded men wielding a metal object. He sustained only a minor injury. The car disappeared in the direction of East Grinstead town centre.

Several watches and a gram of gold are believed to have been among items stolen.  

Anyone who saw the incident is asked to contact Sussex Police without delay.