Matthew Evans

About me

I’m a crime author living near Chichester, West Sussex. My novels are set in locations close to my home, an area of Sussex I love and know well. I’ve served many years here as a police officer (now retired) and use this experience to help me write crime fiction.

To date, I have published six crime novels. Drawing from my firsthand policing experience, I strive to infuse my work with authentic police procedures while maintaining a fast-paced fictional narrative.

My Background

I’m married, have three children (all now adults), and two grandchildren. My background is in electronics and software engineering, which I did for about twenty years. However, soon after my son was born with autism and Down syndrome, I made a radical career move and halved my salary—I joined the police in Hampshire, wanting to give something back to society. I have served both in Hampshire and Sussex as a regular police constable and special constable.

Music

In addition to being a crime author, I’m also a folk musician, playing a mix of Irish, Scottish, and English traditional tunes. I also compose music. I play Irish whistles, the melodeon, recorders, the ukulele, and the EWI (Electronic Wind Instrument).