Police have arrested an 18-year-old man in connection with an armed robbery in East Grinstead at the weekend. Officers said the victim - a 20-year-old man - was walking along Lewes Road on Sunday (April, 26) when he was approached at the junction with Herontye Drive by two men on a motorbike. Police said the suspects allegedly threatened the victim with a weapon - thought to be an air rifle - and demanded that he hand over his belongings. They then made off towards Ashurst Wood. Officers said the victim was unharmed but was left shaken by the incident. An 18-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of robbery, possession of a firearm and possession of a Class B drug with intent to supply. He remains in custody for questioning at this time. Anyone with information is asked to call 101, quoting reference number 51 of 26/04. More Radio is continuously dedicated to providing a quality news service on-air and online, reporting local stories that matter across Sussex. If you found this story useful, then check out our home page at moreradio.online where you can find the latest from the county, along with features and competitions from our presenters, as well as listening to the station live.You can also sign up to our news alerts to receive updates on new stories. Simply click on the bell at the bottom right of the home page. This will then allow a pop-up which will ask if you would like to receive alerts. Press ‘allow’ and you’re all signed up!You can also follow us on Facebook and on Twitter.
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