A chief constable has paid tribute to a police officer from Hampshire who has sadly died.

PC Doug Franks who served as a member of Sussex Police's Bognor Response team, died suddenly at his home in Lee-on-the-Solent on last Wednesday.

The 43-year-old leaves behind a son.

Chief Constable Jo Shiner said: “It has been a very sad week for Sussex Police.

“Doug was a much-liked and well-respected colleague, who fulfilled his ambition to be a police officer when he joined Sussex Police in July 2019. He was proud to achieve independent patrol status a year ago and served to keep people in Sussex safe.

“A popular colleague, he was devoted to his son and his career. He joined the force after working as a financial investigator with the South East Regional Organised Crime Unit, where he built strong friendships and was known for his infectious enthusiasm."