Suspect Arrested for Stabbing Death in Sussex Car Park

A 26-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the fatal stabbing of a woman in Crawley on Sunday morning. Sussex police responded to reports of an altercation between a man and a woman around 7:10 AM on Station Way. Upon arrival, officers discovered the woman in a nearby car park suffering from stab wounds. Despite the efforts of paramedics, she was pronounced dead at the scene. In the wake of the incident, police initiated a search for the suspect and quickly apprehended the man on Stephenson Road. Authorities confirmed that he is a local resident from Crawley and remains in custody as investigations continue. Superintendent Rachel Swinney expressed her condolences, describing the event as a tragic loss of life and emphasized the commitment of the police to uncover the circumstances surrounding the incident. To reassure the community, police have increased their presence in the area, which is known to be busy. Supt Swinney encouraged residents to approach officers with any concerns they may have. The police are also appealing for witnesses or anyone with relevant information to come forward, urging them to contact the authorities online or via the non-emergency number 101, referencing Operation Venn. The investigation is ongoing as the community grapples with the shock of this violent event.