Sussex Police has urged people in Brighton, Portslade and Shoreham to stay vigilant after four homes were burgled between 24 October and 29 October 2026.
Police said the four properties were all occupied by families of South Asian heritage, and that gold is believed to have been the primary target. Investigations have been launched and officers are still making enquiries to identify those responsible.
Anyone with information, or who believes someone may have tried to get into their home, is asked to contact Sussex Police and quote reference 47260245228.
Four homes, three dates: what Sussex Police has confirmed
Here are the facts from the police alert in one place, free to save and share.
Sussex Police said the burglaries took place on 24, 25 and 29 October. The force named three areas, Brighton, Portslade and Shoreham, and said the four homes were each lived in by a family of South Asian heritage.
Officers have said they do not want to cause unnecessary alarm. They said that by raising awareness of the incidents, people can take extra steps to improve security at home.
What Sussex Police has not said
The police alert is short, and several questions are still open. We are listing them so readers can see what is confirmed and what is not.
Where exactly. The release does not give the streets or say which home was targeted on which date.
Who was there. Police said the homes were occupied by families, but did not say whether anyone was at home at the time of each burglary.
Whether they are linked. The alert groups the four burglaries together but does not say whether police believe the same people are responsible.
Arrests and losses. The release does not mention any arrests, the number of suspects or the value of what was taken.
What Detective Inspector Duncan Lloyd said
Detective Inspector Duncan Lloyd said:
“While we do not want to cause unnecessary alarm, by raising awareness of these incidents, extra steps can be taken to enhance security at home.”
“Simple measures such as securely storing valuables, leaving a light on in the evenings, and checking doors and windows are properly locked can help reduce the risk of becoming a victim of crime.”
“If you’ve witnessed any behaviour that stood out as suspicious, have any information to report, or if you believe attempts may have been made to enter your address, we urge you to come forward and contact police.”
Detective Inspector Duncan Lloyd, Sussex Police
Three simple steps police want you to take
Detective Inspector Lloyd named three measures that can help reduce the risk of becoming a victim of burglary.
Store valuables securely. Keep valuables in a secure place.
Leave a light on. Police suggest leaving a light on in the evenings.
Check doors and windows. Check doors and windows are properly locked.
Police also want to hear from anyone who saw behaviour that stood out as suspicious, or who believes someone may have tried to enter their address.
How to report it and the reference to quote
Reports can be made on the Sussex Police website or by calling 101. Quote reference 47260245228. In an emergency, or if a crime is in progress, always call 999.
For more on burglary in the area, read our report on a Hove burglar jailed for 43 months, our look at the latest Sussex burglary figures, and our report on an appeal over linked burglaries in West Sussex.
ImJustBrighton note: Sussex Police published this alert on Friday 30 October 2026. The dates, areas and reference number above are as given by the force.
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