Bognor Regis man arrested after sexual assault on train

A BOGNOR Regis man has been arrested in connection with a sexual assault on a Bognor to Barnham train.

Following a public appeal for information, detectives from the British Transport Police (BTP) arrested the 44-year-old man yesterday (May 3) at his home address on suspicion of sexual touching.

He was arrested in connection with an incident which took place around 8pm on Thursday, March 15, on a train between Bognor and Barnham.

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As the train approached Barnham, a man approached the victim, an 18-year-old woman from Lancing, and tried to strike up a conversation. He then tried to kiss the victim before touching her indecently.

Following an appeal for information, investigators received calls and information from Bognor Regis Observer readers and the man was arrested.

He was taken into custody for further questioning and was released on police bail, pending further enquiries, until June 18.