Relatives of a woman in her seventies have paid tribute to her, following her death in an attack outside a house in the village of Crawley Down. Sandy Seagrave, aged 76, lost her life alongside teacher Amy Appleton, 32, alongside a property in Hazel Way. Police were called to the location at 10.18am on December 22. A 37 year-old man, arrested on suspicion of murder after being found seriously injured inside the dwelling, remained on life support in the Royal Sussex County Hospital in Brighton on Friday night (27 December). According to Sussex Police, Sandy's family has paid tribute to her saying: "She was one of a kind, an eccentric character who was stubbornly independent, feisty, brave and not afraid of anything. She was devoted to children and especially animals, including a wild fox who we are continuing to feed now that she has gone." Detective Chief Inspector Chris Friday, of the Surrey and Sussex major crime team, said: "I extend my heartfelt sympathies to their families, who are being supported by specialist trained officers. "I ask that people respect their privacy at this distressing time." Chief Superintendent Jerry Westerman, West Sussex divisional commander, added: "This was an isolated, yet shocking incident that has shaken many in the community. "We are thankful to them for supporting officers as they go about their enquiries and anyone wants to talk to them about their concerns or if they have any information they should talk with them." Officers continuing to investigate the incident have appealed to the public for help, either directly to Sussex Police, or anonymously through Crimestoppers. They've asked anyone reporting to quote "Operation Deanland". More Radio is continuously dedicated to providing a quality news service on-air and online, reporting local stories that matter across Sussex. If you enjoyed reading this story, 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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