UPDATE: Man arrested on suspicion of rape

A MAN has been arrested after the alleged rape of a woman in North Bersted.
By The Newsroom
Published 2nd Jul 2013, 18:22 BST
Updated 7th Jun 2018, 20:20 BST
Police attend an incident in Newtown Road, Bognor RegisPolice attend an incident in Newtown Road, Bognor Regis
Police attend an incident in Newtown Road, Bognor Regis

The 27-year-old local man was arrested on suspicion of rape at lunchtime today (Tuesday, July 2) by detectives investigating the incident and he is currently in custody for interview and further enquiries.

The 21-year-old woman, who lives locally, is receiving expert medical treatment and support. Detectives are in the process of establishing exactly what has happened.

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The alleged incident took place around 3am in the Chichester Road area.

Detective Inspector Jim McKnight said: “Enquiries are at an early stage but we are already making progress. At present this is being treated as an isolated incident.

“Anyone who has any information which might assist the enquiry is asked to contact us via 101 quoting Operation Mill. You can also call independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”