A man was arrested on suspicion of attempted burglary in Heathfield after police followed a trail of footprints in the snow.

The owner of the house in Sandy Cross Lane called police after disturbing someone attempting to break in at about 3.45am on Sunday.

Police found a set of footprints which led to another property in the area.

An 18-year-old man from Heathfield who was arrested on suspicion of attempted burglary was released on bail until January 28, a spokeswoman for Sussex Police said.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 0845 60 70 999, or the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.