Police investigate report of serious sexual offence involving 16-year-old girl in Bognor Regis

Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 14:18

By Philip Keeler

Police have launched an investigation following a report that a 16-year-old girl was raped in Bognor Regis.

The alleged offence is understood to have taken place in Marine Drive West during the early hours of Saturday 7 November.

Sussex Police have confirmed that a 20-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of rape and remains in police custody.

Specially trained officers are supporting the girl as the investigation continues.

Police are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed anything suspicious in the Marine Drive West area during the early hours of Saturday morning, or who has information that could assist the investigation, to come forward.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Sussex Police on 101, quoting Operation Kilgaven.

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