Detectives are trying to identify a man suspected of raping a 17-year-old boy on Friday (30 January).
Sussex Police said: “Police are seeking to identify a man in connection with inquiries following a report of a rape at an address in St Leonards.
“The victim, a 17-year-old boy, was initially approached by a man at a bus stop near Asda, in Battle Road, at approximately 11.30pm on Friday 30 January.
“It is reported that the suspect and victim then walked together in the direction of Lidl, in Bohemia Road.
“The suspect is described as a white man, aged about 40-years-old, bald with a goatee and wearing glasses.
“The victim is continuing to receive specialist support as the investigation continues.”
Detective Inspector Barry Chandler said: “A thorough investigation is under way with officers continuing to carry out extensive inquiries to establish any further information and potential witnesses.
“If you recognise this man or were in the vicinity of Asda, in Battle Road, or Lidl, in Bohemia Road, on the night of Friday 30 January and have any information to assist this investigation, please report it to us.
“Any information, no matter how small, could be crucial to this investigation.”
Sussex Police added: “Anyone who recognises this man or who has any relevant information including CCTV or doorbell footage is encouraged to contact us online or by calling 101, quoting serial 554 of 31/01.”
