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Man arrested on suspicion of attempted rape on Brighton beach this morning

Police issue appeal for witnesses and information

by Frank le Duc
Sunday 27 Aug, 2023 at 11:23PM
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A man has been arrested on suspicion of trying to rape a woman on the beach in Brighton in the early hours of this morning (Sunday 27 August).

Sussex Police said: “A man has been arrested on suspicion of the attempted rape of a woman on Brighton beach.

“The incident happened at about 3am on the beach near the junction of West Street and King’s Road, on Sunday 27 August.

“Officers have arrested a 22-year-old man from Brighton in connection with the investigation.

“He remains in police custody at this time.

“The victim is receiving support from specially trained officers.

“Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with further information to contact them.

“Information can be reported to Sussex Police online or by calling 101 and quoting serial 233 of 27/08.”

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  1. A. Ramage says:
    3 years ago

    Men who rape or attempt to rape women should be made to listen to the victims anguish as she recalls what happened for as long as she needs counselling, from his prison cell. He should be made to listen to the pain hes inflicted on her, without her having to see or hear him.

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