Search for man in connection with Brighton rape

Police are stepping up patrols on Brighton beach following the attack

Author: Vanessa BellringerPublished 21st Sep 2023
Last updated 21st Sep 2023

Police are stepping up patrols around Brighton seafront after a woman was raped on the beach.

The victim was attacked on Sunday, September 10, near Kings Road Arches between the hours of 2am and 5.30am.

Officers have released CCTV images of a man they are trying to identify in connection with the assault.

Detective Chief Inspector Luke Kyriakides-Yeldham said: “We are keen to hear from anyone who recognises the man or has any information about the incident.

“The victim is being supported by specially trained officers.

"We are stepping up patrols along the seafront and we are working with partners which include Night Safety Marshals, the beach patrol and Safe Space.”

Anyone with information is urged to contact police online or by calling 101, quoting Operation Carpenter.

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