A man suffered minor injuries following an assault and robbery in Horley last Thursday (11 February).

The victim in his 60s was approached by two assailants in Longbridge Road around 5:30pm

They pushed him to the ground and took his wallet.

The two people were wearing black jackets with hoods covering their heads.

Any witnesses or anyone with any information are urged to contact Surrey Police on 101 quoting reference 45160012045 or use the online reporting system found at http://www.surrey.police.uk/.
Alternatively the independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.

See more at: http://www.surrey.police.uk/News/News-Stories/Full-news-story/Article/12430/Appeal-for-witnesses-following-Horley-robbery

20 flats in Caterham are to be demolished to make way for new houses and flats. The new development will be a mixture of shared ownership and affordable rent homes.
Twelve of the Ninehams Gardens flats are owned by leaseholders, with the other eight owned by Tandridge council.

The council said surveys revealed the flats – built in 1946 – were in need of substantial repair with rebuilding the most “cost-effective option”.

A compulsory purchase order has now been confirmed and the council plans to take ownership in the summer.

Tandridge District Council said it was working with residents to discuss housing options.

It added that most leaseholders have already reached an agreement to sell their flats on a voluntary basis.

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An appeal has been launched for witnesses to come forward after a foreign exchange student was robbed in Horsham.

The 17 year-old was assaulted and had his bag stolen while he was walking through Horsham Park Friday afternoon shortly before six o’clock.

Five teenage boys approached the student.  They demanded his mobile phone then took his bag after hitting him around the head with a belt.  He was also punched.

One of the suspects is described as a white, aged 17, 5′ 9″, of skinny build and had a small amount of facial hair. Another suspect is described as being black, aged 17, and 5′ 10″.

The suspects ran off in the direction of the underpass and it is believed the white suspect was seen running near Boots carrying a bag.

A man has been charged following reports of criminal damage in Crawley.

The incident was reported to have happened sometime between 20th December and 2nd January at a hotel room in London Road.

A 32 year-old woman was also arrested on suspicion of causing criminal damage to property but she was later released without charge.

Residents are being advised to ensure all their doors are locked even when they are at home.

This follows a series of burglaries in Broadfield, West Green and Southgate over the past few months.

Handbags, cash and other small items have been stolen from properties during the evenings.

The occupants have been home at the time and it is believed thieves have entered the properties through unlocked doors.