Officers from Sussex Police are reaching out to potential witnesses in connection with a reported...

Published: 2:27 pm January 9, 2024
Updated: 11:39 am October 8, 2025
Police Seek Witnesses to Reported Sexual Assault Incident in Eastbourne

Officers from Sussex Police are reaching out to potential witnesses in connection with a reported sexual assault incident in Eastbourne. The victim had an encounter with an unidentified man at approximately 5:15 pm on Sunday, January 7th, along Pig Lane, situated between Fletching Road in Hampden Park and Willingdon Drove in Langney.

Fortunately, the victim managed to escape from the situation, and the incident was promptly reported to the police.

The suspect is described as approximately 5’10” in height, of slim build, with short blonde hair and facial hair. He is believed to be in his mid-30s.

Eastbourne Police have conducted extensive searches within the vicinity and have heightened their patrols in response to the incident.

They are keen to speak with any witnesses who may have observed an individual matching the provided description in the area during the aforementioned time.

If you have any information about this incident, please make a report online or contact 101, quoting reference number 773 of 07/01.

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