MAN CHARGED WITH MURDER FOLLOWING DEATH OF 24 YEAR-OLD JACK

POLICE have charged a man with murder following a fatal collision in Hailsham.

Emergency services were called to Diplocks Walk at around 11pm, on 18th November, to reports of a car colliding with a pedestrian.

Twenty-four-year-old Jack Field from Hailsham was sadly confirmed deceased at the scene. A second man suffered minor injuries.

Kyle Dumble, 26, of no fixed address, has been charged with murder, attempted grievous bodily harm with intent, disqualified driving and driving without insurance. He will appear in court early next year prior to his trial.

A 32-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder has been released on conditional bail.

Detective Chief Inspector Alex Campbell said: “The investigation continues and our thoughts remain with the victim’s family at this tragic time.

“I understand this has been a distressing incident for the whole community, and I would like to thank the public for their patience and support throughout the investigation.

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“We are asking anyone who witnessed the incident or events leading up to it, or anyone with pictures or footage that could help, to contact police online or via 101, quoting Operation Novio. Or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via www.crimestoppers-uk.org

“Information, footage or pictures relating to the incident can also be uploaded to our Major Incident Public Portal (MIPP), under Operation Novio. The MIPP can be accessed via mipp.police.uk

Read a tribute to Jack on Page 4.