Sussex Police are investigating a report of a sexual assault that occurred on Brighton beach on June 23. Officers have released photographs of two men they believe may have information pertinent to the investigation.
The alleged incident took place in the water near West Street, an area close to the Brighton Pier and Royal Pavilion. According to police, the teenage victim was sexually touched over her clothing.
Authorities stated that the two men in question reportedly approached the victim and her friend and sat with them on the beach shortly before the incident. The assault is understood to have occurred in the late afternoon or early evening of June 23.
Police are appealing to the public for any information that could help identify the men. Anyone with details is urged to contact Sussex Police by calling 101, quoting reference number 1694 of 23/06, or by reporting online.