A Syrian man has been charged after a woman was allegedly raped on Brighton Beach earlier this month.
The 21-year-old victim was reportedly attacked opposite the four-star Grand Hotel at around 2am on May 3.
Sussex Police received a report of the alleged attack the following morning. A man was then arrested on suspicion of rape on May 14, and remanded into custody.
Bilal Alkadour, 35, has now been charged with sexual assault, assault by penetration and rape of a woman aged 16 years or over in relation to the incident.
The Syrian national, of Cromwell Road in Newark-on-Trent, Nottinghamshire, appeared at Brighton Magistrates’ Court on May 16 and remains in custody.
Alkadour is expected to appear before Lewes Crown Court on June 15.
Chief Superintendent Adam Hays said: “Detectives have been working tirelessly since this report was received to identify a suspect and gather any available evidence.
“I can confirm we are not currently looking for anybody else in connection with this investigation.”
Bilal Alkadour is expected to appear before Lewes Crown Court on June 15
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Wikimedia CommonsSpeaking on the victim, receiving support from officers, he added: “I would like to thank her for the courage she has shown in reporting this matter and assisting with our enquiries.
“I know this incident will be concerning to the public.
“We will continue to conduct round-the-clock patrols on the seafront while working with our partners to protect the public and safeguard vulnerable people.”