Overview
- A 17-year-old reported being approached and raped on October 2 on Keymer Road near Parklands Road and Grand Avenue between about 6:00pm and 7:30pm.
- Sussex Police arrested a 25-year-old on October 6 on suspicion of rape and have since released him on bail pending further enquiries.
- Investigators say they are not seeking anyone else in connection with the incident as the case progresses.
- Officers are conducting house-to-house enquiries and reviewing CCTV, doorbell and dashcam footage under Operation Insight.
- Specialist officers are supporting the victim, and Downlands Community School has increased pastoral support and staff vigilance for students.