Woman sexually assaulted in Worthing town centre - have you seen this man?

A woman has been sexually assaulted twice after being followed around Worthing town centre.
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Sussex Police said that between 12.12am and 1am on Tuesday (July 28), the woman was followed by a man along Warwick Street, South Street, Marine Parade, Montague Place, Montague Street and back into South Street.

She reported two sexual assaults taking place in Warwick Street and Montague Street, police said.

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Police said they are keen to speak to anyone who witnessed either assault or who saw any suspicious behaviour in the area at the time.

An e-fit and CCTV image of the suspectAn e-fit and CCTV image of the suspect
An e-fit and CCTV image of the suspect

They are particularly keen to speak to the man pictured above, as they believe he can help with their enquiries.

He is described by police as black, in his 30s, between 5ft 2ins and 5ft 6ins tall and with short, black, dreadlock-style hair that is approximately one inch long.

He was wearing white shoes, black jeans and a black hooded jumper with a large, white logo on the front, police said. He had no facial hair.

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Anyone who recognises him, or who has any other information relating to the incident, is asked to contact police online or by calling 101 quoting serial 59 of 28/07.

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.