A man has been charged with sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl, Sussex Police said this afternoon (Monday 4 November).
The force said: “Police have now charged a man in relation to a sexual assault in Littlehampton.
“Gulahmad Oryakhail was arrested on Sunday 27 October, following an incident on Friday 25 October in the area of Maltravers Leisure Park.
“The victim, a 14-year-old girl, continues to be supported by specialist trained officers.
“Oryakhail, 21, of Pier Road, Littlehampton, has now been charged with sexual assault and stalking.
“He has been remanded in custody until Tuesday 26 November when he will appear before Lewes Crown Court to answer the charges.”
Detective Chief Inspector Steve Cobbett said: “This charge and remand shows our commitment to tackling offenders. We have a zero-tolerance approach to violence against woman and girls.
“If you are a victim of sexual violence, please report it to us. You will be heard and we will do everything we can to bring perpetrators to justice.”
Sussex Police added: “Anyone with information is asked to report it online or call 101, quoting crime reference 47240208787.”
