A man has been taken into custody following an alleged sexual assault on a woman in a passageway across from a police station.
The incident reportedly occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning in an alley between Chatsworth Road and the Guildbourne Centre in Worthing, West Sussex.
Authorities revealed they have conducted investigations in the vicinity to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident, which is believed to have happened between 3am and 4am.
The arrest of a 42-year-old man in relation to the assault has been confirmed by the police. The suspect is currently being held in custody.
Regarding the case, Detective Inspector Gary Jacobs, leading the inquiry, assured that Sussex Police is providing assistance to the alleged victim. He encouraged individuals with relevant information to reach out to the authorities.
DI Jacobs stated, “We are supporting the victim and will maintain a presence in the area as our investigation progresses. We are grateful for the cooperation received during our door-to-door inquiries.” He also mentioned that the police are interested in obtaining any CCTV, doorbell, or dashcam footage from the Chatsworth Road vicinity during the specified time frame.
He urged anyone who has information or footage to contact the police via phone at 101 or online, quoting Op Morley. Alternatively, individuals wishing to remain anonymous can provide details through the Crimestoppers hotline.
For anonymous tip-offs, the Crimestoppers hotline can be reached at 0800 555 111, or an online form on the charity’s website can be filled out.
