Police release CCTV images after teenage girl sexually assaulted on Brighton beach
Sussex Police have issued a CCTV appeal after a teenage girl was sexually assaulted in the water at Brighton beach, with officers seeking to identify two men.
Sussex Police have released CCTV images of two men they wish to speak to in connection with a sexual assault on a teenage girl at Brighton beach. The alleged offence took place in the water, according to a statement from the force, which has now launched a public appeal to trace the individuals pictured.
The incident has prompted officers to urge anyone who recognises the men, or who was in the area at the time, to come forward. Police have not specified the exact date of the alleged assault but have emphasised the importance of identifying the two individuals as part of their ongoing investigation.
The appeal forms part of a wider effort by the force to gather information from witnesses and members of the public who may have seen something relevant. Authorities have asked that anyone with information contact them directly, rather than attempting to approach the men themselves.
Sexual offences on public beaches are relatively rare, but this case has drawn attention to safety concerns in popular seaside locations during periods of high footfall. Brighton beach is one of the most visited stretches of coastline in the United Kingdom, attracting large crowds throughout the warmer months, which can make witness identification more challenging for investigators.
The release of CCTV imagery is a standard investigative technique used by police when other lines of inquiry have not yet produced a positive identification. Officers will now rely on the public to help establish the identities of the two men and determine whether they have any connection to the alleged offence.
No arrests have been reported in connection with the case at this stage. The investigation remains active, and police have indicated that further updates may follow as new information comes to light.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Sussex Police, quoting the relevant reference number for the incident. The force has not disclosed additional details about the victim, in line with standard practice regarding sexual offence cases.
