Sussex Police have confirmed that 35-year-old Alec Gallagher has been arrested in Crawley following a public appeal for information regarding a breach of a court order.
The arrest was made after members of the public provided tips to local police. Officers have thanked the community for sharing the appeal and assisting in the effort to locate him.
Gallagher, who is described as 6ft tall with a medium build and short dark hair, was known to frequent the Crawley and Charlwood areas. The search for his whereabouts was part of the ongoing work by Sussex Police to track down individuals wanted for failing to comply with court requirements.
To help address issues with crime in the area, the force utilizes a Tactical Enforcement Unit. This specialized team focuses on catching prolific offenders by working closely with community intelligence to identify and locate wanted people, aiming to improve safety for local residents.
Support for the force’s enforcement initiatives is overseen by the Office of the Sussex Police and Crime Commissioner, which maintains a commitment to targeting persistent criminal activity across the county.
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