Man wanted following sexual assault in Brighton
Police are appealing for help to locate a man after a woman was assaulted
Last updated 10th Oct 2026
Police are working to find a man following a report of a sexual assault in Brighton.
A woman in her 20s was reportedly sexually assaulted as she walked in Cheapside, at around 2.30am on Friday (9 October).
A member of the public found the victim, and the suspect fled the area on foot, in the direction of London Road.
Police have released images of a man they want to speak to, who is described as in his mid to late 20s, white, with dark hair and a short blond/brown beard and moustache.
The victim is being supported by specialist officers.
Chief Superintendent Adam Hays, said: "Sexual violence has no place in Brighton and Hove, and we will not tolerate it in any form.
"We take every report of sexual offending extremely seriously and are committed to doing all we can to protect the public, support victims, and apprehend those found responsible.
"We encourage anyone who feels unsafe, witnesses suspicious behaviour, or has concerns about someone's actions to make a report to police".