A 16-year-old girl was allegedly raped on the seafront of Bognor Regis in the early hours of Saturday, November 7. The attack is understood to have taken place on Marine Drive West, and a 20-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of rape. He remains in police custody.
Police cordon and investigation
Officers have placed a cordon around the resort's seafront, including the promenade and several shelters. The investigation into the early morning attack has been codenamed Operation Kilgaven, Sussex Police confirmed.
A spokesperson for the force said: 'Police are investigating a report of a rape of a 16-year-old girl in Bognor.'
Victim support and appeal
The victim is being supported by specially trained officers. Sussex Police have asked anyone with information to call 101, quoting Operation Kilgaven.
