A vehicle containing items thought to be connected to recent burglaries in East Surrey was found at the scene of a collision.

A Sledgehammer, pick-axe, ladders and screwdrivers were discovered in a grey BMW which had collided with a fence on Holmthorpe Avenue in Redhill Saturday evening.

Detectives were initially called to Redstone Hill around half-past six after receiving information that a person was acting suspiciously in the rear garden of a property.  When police arrived, a vehicle was seen driving away.

A number of reports then came in from members of the public concerned with erratic driving.  Police then arrived at the scene of the collision.  The occupants had left the vehicle.

A milestone has been reached by Surrey Search and Rescue.

The Surrey-based charity responded to their 300th call after forming just over four years ago.

The team now have close to 90 volunteers who are on standby to assist with incidents whenever called – night or day.

Their 300th call was to help search for a vulnerable person.

A family had a lucky escape in East Grinstead after a tumble dryer caught fire in the early hours of the morning.

West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service were called to a semi-detached house on Lingfield Road just after 1.30 Friday morning.  The tumble dryer had been left running overnight and caught fire.

The family, which included three generations, managed to escape unharmed after their fire alarms sounded.

Fire crews are urging people to be aware of the risks of leaving electrical appliances running unattended overnight.

West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service Safety Advice:

. Always read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for your appliance

. Regularly clean the fluff or lint filter

. Don’t run your appliance overnight or while you are out

. Keep your tumble dryer in a well-ventilated area and ensure the vent pipe is not blocked or crushed

. Don’t overload your appliance

. Have your appliance serviced by a qualified engineer

Further fire safety advice is available at www.westsussex.gov.uk/fire

A Chipstead pub was the target for thieves shortly after midnight on Saturday morning.

Two staff were locking up at The White Hart on Hazlewood Lane when 3 men, one of whom was carrying a firearm entered the pub.

One of the staff members was kicked in the chest and ordered to show them the safe and hand over cash.

The men were dressed in black and were wearing balaclavas, and if you saw anything, please contact Surrey Police on 101.

You can contact Surrey Police online at:
https://my.surrey.police.uk/splonlinereportingweb quoting reference number P15059380.

Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. –

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