Sussex Police are appealing for information after four burglaries across West Sussex that officers are treating as linked. Three took place on Tuesday 13 October 2026 and one on Thursday 15 October. In all four, according to Sussex Police, the homes were broken into through a first-floor window and items including jewellery were taken.
Police operation. Operation Summit.
When. Between Tuesday 13 and Thursday 15 October 2026.
Where. Lurgashall near Petworth, Church Lane in Horsted Keynes, Horsham Road in Steyning and Stall House Lane in North Heath, Pulborough.
How. Each home was entered through a first-floor window.
Taken. A number of items including jewellery.
Latest. Sussex Police published the appeal on Thursday 22 October 2026. The release does not mention any arrest or charge.
Tuesday 13 October: Lurgashall, Horsted Keynes and Steyning
Police say the first burglary was at an address in Lurgashall, near Petworth, at around 1pm on 13 October.
Two more followed that evening, between 8pm and 9pm. One was at an address in Church Lane, Horsted Keynes, near Haywards Heath. The other was at an address in Horsham Road, Steyning.
Thursday 15 October: North Heath, Pulborough
The fourth burglary was at an address in Stall House Lane, North Heath, Pulborough, between 7pm and 8pm on 15 October.
What police are asking
Officers are carrying out ongoing investigations and are asking anyone with information that could help to report it to Sussex Police online, or by calling 101 and quoting Operation Summit.
Police advice to protect your home
Alongside the appeal, Sussex Police have listed ways to make a break-in harder. More is on the force’s crime prevention advice page.
Windows and doors. Secure all windows and doors on every level, not just the ground floor. Consider sash stops and key-operated locks.
Lighting and cameras. Fit motion sensor external lights and motion sensor cameras connected to a smartphone.
Alarm. Use an accredited burglar alarm with upper-floor sensors, mounted high, and put up signage.
Jewellery. Keep high-value jewellery in a wall or floor mounted, fire-rated safe.
If you see something. Report suspicious activity on 101. In an emergency, or if a burglary is in progress, call 999.
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