Attempt to sexually assault girl in Bognor Regis

Police have said they are appealing for witnesses after receiving a report of an attempted sexual assault on a girl in Hatherleigh Gardens between 7pm and 7.30pm on Friday, April 23.

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Police investigating the report are urging anyone who saw what happened to come forward to assist with their enquiries.

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Anyone with any information is asked to contact police online or by calling 101 quoting serial 1402 of 23/04.

Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously to police via the independent charity Crimestoppers online or by calling 0800 555 111.

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