Police are appealing for information following a report of a sexual assault in Neville Road, Bognor Regis, around 10pm on Wednesday, May 4.
The victim was approached by a man who grabbed her with both hands and attempted to bring her to the ground.
He ran off after the woman screamed and as a result of the attack the victim sustained bruising.
The suspect is described as white, 5’10” tall, slim, and was wearing a black beanie style hat.
Lead Investigator for the case Melanie Edwards from Coastal CID said: “This would have been distressing for the victim, everyone should feel safe while walking the streets. I would be keen to reassure people this is an isolated incident in Bognor.”
Anyone who saw a man run off in the vicinity of the assault or heard the woman’s scream is asked to report it to police online or call 101 quoting serial number 1060
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