Six arrested over Camber Sands holiday park death

Murder probe after man dies following altercation

Author: Mike DraperPublished 7th Aug 2022

Sussex Police have arrested six people on suspicion of murder after a man died at a holiday park in Camber Sands.

Emergency services were called to Lydd Road around 10.50pm on Friday (August 5) to reports of an altercation involving a group of people.

Despite the best efforts of paramedics, a 53-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene in the early hours of yesterday Saturday morning (Sat 6 August). His next of kin have been informed.

Six people have been arrested and questioned on suspicion of murder.

Detective Superintendent Jon Hull said:

“Our investigation is at a very early stage, but I would like to reassure the public that this appears to be an isolated incident with no wider risk of harm."

“Officers are now working to establish the full circumstances while the victim’s next of kin are supported by specialist officers.”

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