COPS have launched a frantic search for a man after a woman was allegedly sexually assaulted next to a popular pier in a UK seaside town.
The harrowing incident reportedly occurred near Worthing pier, West , in the early hours of Monday morning.
received reports that a man walked a woman to the seafront at around 1am where he is alleged to have sexually assaulted her.
Police have now released an image of a man who was spotted standing outside a McDonald’s who they would like to speak to.
It is thought that he could help the force with their investigation into the horror incident.
The man is described as in his 20s, slim and wearing a black hoodie, black trainers with an orange section on the heel.
He was seen carrying a black rucksack when he was captured by CCTV.
Anyone who recognises the man has been urged to contact the police immediately.
Officers would like to speak to the man pictured 
