Incident at Rye Harbour
Emergency services responded to a medical incident in the River Rother in the harbour area of Rye at about 9am on Sunday 24 May.
A spokesperson for Sussex Police said, “Sadly, a 20-year-old man from Surrey was declared deceased at the scene. His next of kin have been informed and supported by specialist officers. There are no suspicious circumstances and this will now be a matter for the coroner.”
Arrest after crash at Rye Foreign
Later the same day the emergency services responded to a serious collision involving two vehicles on the A268 at Rye Foreign at 2.45pm.
A man driving a black Nissan Elgrand and his child travelling as a passenger both sustained serious injuries requiring hospital treatment. A woman travelling as a passenger in the second vehicle, an Audi A6, was also seriously injured. The driver of the A6 also sustained injuries and was taken to hospital.
Sussex Police said, “The man driving the Audi A6 was arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and failing to provide a specimen of breath for analysis. He was taken in custody and later released on bail pending further enquiries. Anyone with information about the collision, including CCTV or dashcam footage, can report it to Sussex Police online quoting Operation Horsmonden.”
Heatwave
East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service is urging residents, visitors, businesses and landowners to help reduce the risk of wildfires and outdoor fires during the hot weather this spring and summer, launching the #WildfireReady campaign.
Wildfire season typically begins in spring, when dry vegetation and windy conditions can increase the risk of rural fires and fires in the open, with recent incidents highlighting how quickly fires can start and spread rapidly.
Station Manager Trevor Funnell, ESFRS Wildfire Lead said, “We want people to enjoy our beautiful countryside and open spaces safely, but it’s important everyone understands the risks during warm, dry weather. Simple actions can make a huge difference in preventing fires from starting and spreading. By working together and being prepared, we can help protect people, property, wildlife and the environment.”
New brewery
Rye’s first nanobrewery and onsite taproom on Rock Channel Road opens next Friday 5 June. Joe Dann and Jasmine Perry are behind the new venture.
Joe said, “After more than 10 years working in the beer industry, alongside my partner’s lifelong career as a veterinary nurse, we’ve taken the plunge to launch Garage Culture Brewing Co. — a small independent brewery focused on great beer, good conversation, and becoming part of the local community. We look forward to welcoming locals and visitors alike through the doors very soon.”
Important date
The 2nd Annual Rye Disability Awareness day is taking place on Saturday 20 June, starting at the Tilling Green Community Centre at 10am.
It’s been organised by the new Rye Disability Awareness Group. More details in Rye News next week.
Image Credits: James Stewart , Sussex Police , East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service , Garage Culture Brewing .