A road in Hailsham was closed this afternoon following an incident which was attended by the Police helicopter and armed response officers.
The Police helicopter was flying around the scene for more than 30 minutes before leaving and returning 20 minutes later.
UPDATE 19:00
A statement from Sussex Police said: “Around 1.53pm on Thursday 27 January, police received a report of an altercation in the vicinity of Bayham Road, Hailsham. Officers responded to the scene and conducted a search of the area, assisted by the National Police Air Service helicopter, and three suspects have been arrested in connection with the incident.
A Section 34 dispersal order has also been put in place. This means anyone directed to leave the area by a police officer must do so. If they do not, then they commit an offence and may be arrested.”
