Brighton beach horror as teenage girl 'raped' and woman 'sexually assaulted' - police make CCTV plea

Police are investigating the alleged rape and a sexual assault of two women on a beach in Brighton earlier this month, as pictures were released of men they want to talk to

teenage girl reported being raped and a woman said she was sexually assaulted on a popular UK beach.

Police in Brighton received a report of a teenage girl being raped and a woman being sexually assaulted at around 6am on Sunday, September 8, in an area of the beach between the city's two piers. The two victims are known to each other and detectives investigating the offences are looking to identify three men who may be able to assist with enquiries.

Detective Sergeant Paul Heal said: “The two victims are being supported by specially trained officers while our thorough investigation continues. We are undertaking multiple lines of enquiry to establish the circumstances around these incidents and ensure that those responsible are located and held accountable for their actions.

“Patrols have been increased along Brighton seafront, and we are working with our partner agencies to support this enhanced presence. If you recognise these men, or have information to assist our investigation, we ask that you contact the police.”

Anyone who can identify the men in the images, or who witnessed any suspicious activity in the vicinity of the seafront in the early hours of September 8 should call 101, quoting reference 228 of 08/09.