Woman Raped in Broad Daylight in Chichester

Detectives launch urgent appeal after a woman was raped at a premises near the busy junction of Velyn Avenue and A259 Bognor Road in Chichester.

Attack Occurred at 7.30pm on September 19

The victim came forward to police, reporting the brutal assault which took place around 7.30pm on Monday, September 19.

Suspect Description Released

The attacker is described as a white man in his 50s with dark hair, seen wearing a blue jacket. Witnesses say he spoke with an Eastern European accent.

Police Seek Witnesses and CCTV Footage

Specially-trained officers are supporting the victim through this traumatic ordeal. Sussex Police are urging anyone who saw anything or has CCTV from the area to come forward immediately.

  • Report information online or by calling 101
  • Quote Operation Mountain when contacting police

This is a developing investigation; any detail, no matter how small, could help bring the suspect to justice.

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