Woman in her 20s ‘raped' yards from iconic seaside town pier as man, 45, is arrested
POLICE are investigating a reported rape of a woman that took place yards from an iconic seaside town pier.
A man, 45, has been arrested and police are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information to come forward.
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The incident took place in Manchester Street, Brighton
A member of the public reported the incident in Manchester Street, Brighton, at about 11am on Saturday, June 7.
The victim, a woman in her 20s, cannot be identified for legal reasons and is receiving support from specially-trained officers.
Officers attended the scene, and a 45-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of rape.
He remains in custody at this time.
Detective Inspector Kirstie Neal of Sussex Police said: 'Detectives are investigating this incident, and we are appealing for all witnesses and anyone with information who has not already come forward to do so.
'Anyone in the area with relevant CCTV, mobile phone, doorbell or dashcam footage is also asked to come forward.
'It took place in a busy area just off St James's Street, and there will be an increased police presence in the area while this matter is investigated.'
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