Woman dog walker seriously injured in East Sussex park assault

Police have stepped up patrols in the area

Author: Ryan BurrowsPublished 4th Apr 2023

Police are appealing after a dog walker suffered serious injuries in an assault in a park in East Sussex.

Sussex Police say the 48-year-old victim was approached by a man while walking in Adur Park in Stone Cross at around 4.30pm last Monday afternoon (March 27th).

She required hospital treatment for her injuries.

A Sussex Police spokesperson said:

"Enquiries are ongoing and members of the public can expect to see a heightened police presence in the area at this time.

"Investigating officers would like to speak to anyone who witnessed the incident or who may have any information which could help."

Please contact police online or via 101, quoting serial 666 of 28/03.

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