Police Appeal for Witnesses After Man Raped in Lewes on Christmas Eve

Police are appealing for information following a reported sexual assault on a man in his 30s in Lewes on the night of Wednesday, 24 December. The victim was in the vicinity of Brook Street, near Pells Pool, between approximately 10pm on Christmas Eve and 3am on Christmas Day when the incident is reported to have […]

Police are appealing for information following a reported sexual assault on a man in his 30s in Lewes on the night of Wednesday, 24 December.

The victim was in the vicinity of Brook Street, near Pells Pool, between approximately 10pm on Christmas Eve and 3am on Christmas Day when the incident is reported to have occurred.

Specialist officers and care professionals continue to support the victim as enquiries progress.

Detective Inspector Gavin Patch said:
*”Following the launch of this investigation, we would like to reassure the public that a dedicated team continues to work diligently to explore all available lines of enquiry.

*As part of this work, police presence can be expected in the Pells Pool and Brook Street areas, as well as in other parts of Lewes, including around Eastgate Street and Lansdown Place.

*Members of the public can also play a vital role in helping us build a clearer picture of events, whether they are local residents or were visiting the area.

Were you in Lewes on Christmas Eve night and did you see anything suspicious? Do you have any footage from the area, or any information that could assist? If you think you can help in any way, it is important that you contact police.”

Anyone with information is urged to report online or call 101, quoting reference 15 of 25/12.