Eastbourne car fire being treated as suspected arson

Monday, 8 June 2026 15:41

Eastbourne car fire being treated as suspected arson. A vehicle fire that occurred on Sunday, 7 June 2026, in Winchelsea Road, Eastbourne, is being investigated by Sussex Police as a suspected arson.

Time and Date: Emergency responders were alerted on Sunday, 7 June 2026, at approximately 11:12 pm.

Location: Winchelsea Road, Eastbourne.
Emergency Response: East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service quickly deployed one fire engine from Eastbourne to tackle the deliberate blaze.

Police Investigation

A spokeswoman for Sussex Police confirmed that the vehicle fire is officially being treated as a suspected deliberate attack. Authorities are actively seeking information from the public.

If you witnessed any suspicious activity in the area or have relevant dashcam or CCTV footage, you can report it directly online to Sussex Police by quoting investigation reference 1453 of 07/06.

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