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Family of Hussain Mohammed pays tribute

The family and sister of a teenager who drowned in the River Thames after reportedly jumping from a bridge to cool off have the following tribute.

Hussain, a happy, cheeky, and very popular boy has been committed to our cherished memories bringing us joy every time we think of him. A typical 15 year old boy, battling with life's ups and downs, had in his last few days showed many positive changes towards a better path.

Sincere and motivated, involved with family, we all held high hopes for better days ahead with his bright outlook and new approach to his future.

Today a unique part of our family is missing that can never be replaced.

– Hussain Mohammed's family

Remembering the Falklands

The 30th anniversary of the Falkland's War was marked at a ceremony in Gosport today.

The Band of Her Majesty's Royal Marines School of Music led a parade through town.

Friends and family gathered in the Falkland Gardens to remember the 255 men and 3 Falkland Islanders who died.

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Police recruitment freeze lifted

Sussex Police is planning to start employing new staff next year after freezing recruitment to save money.

The force also imposed a rule forcing its veteran officers to retire after 30 years service, but that will be withdrawn if the proposals are approved at the end of this month.

Sea rescue tragedy latest

Police say the man who tried to save two children from the sea drowned during his rescue attempt. A Sussex Police spokesman said: "On Saturday 26th May a tragic incident occurred on West Wittering beach whereby a 25-year-old man accidentally drowned.

"The male went to the assistance of two children playing in a rubber ring some five metres from the shoreline. He managed to get the children to safety but in doing so put himself in danger which sadly resulted in him drowning."

The spokesman added that the man was not related to the children.

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