Teenage girl 'raped' and woman 'sexually assaulted' on Brighton Beach - police hunt 3 men

Police received reports of the sexual offences around 6am on September 8 - the two victims are known to each other.

By Matthew Dooley, World News Editor, Ciaran McGrath, Senior News Reporter

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Police are searching for three men after a woman was allegedly raped on Brighton Beach. (Image: Police)

Police have released the CCTV images of three men they want to speak to after a teenager was raped and a woman was sexually assaulted on Brighton Beach. 

Detective Sergeant Paul Heal said: “The two victims are being supported by specially trained officers while our thorough investigation continues.

“We are undertaking multiple lines of enquiry to establish the circumstances around these incidents and ensure that those responsible are located and held accountable for their actions.

“Patrols have been increased along Brighton seafront, and we are working with our partner agencies to support this enhanced presence.

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Another shot of two of the men police want to speak to (Image: Handout)

“If you recognise these men, or have information to assist our investigation, we ask that you contact the police.”

The two victims are understood to be known to each other.

Anyone who can identify the men in the images, or who witnessed any suspicious activity in the vicinity of the seafront in the early hours of September 8, is being asked to report it online or by calling 101 quoting reference 228 of 08/09.

Alternatively, information can be passed anonymously to police via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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Two of the men police want to speak to (Image: Handout)

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