Man arrested on suspicion of sexual assault in Chichester

A man has been arrested on suspicion of sexual assault in Chichester, according to Sussex Police.
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Police said officers responded to a report of a man 'behaving inappropriately' to women in shops in South Street at 5.40pm on Thursday (October 15).

A spokesperson said: "A 37-year-old local man was arrested on suspicion of sexual assault and has since been released on conditional bail until November 17 whilst further enquiries continue.

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"In the meantime, we would urge the public against speculating or reporting alleged offences on social media – if you have any information which could assist our investigation, please report it online or call 101, quoting serial 1023 of 15/10."

Police officers were seen arresting a man in South Street on Thursday eveningPolice officers were seen arresting a man in South Street on Thursday evening
Police officers were seen arresting a man in South Street on Thursday evening

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