A TEENAGE girl was reportedly sexually assaulted along Bournemouth seafront.
Police officers on patrol were made aware of the incident in the area of Bournemouth Pier at about 7.45pm on Friday, July 19.
The girl was touched inappropriately by a man, according to Dorset Police.
A 20-year-old man from London was arrested on suspicion on sexual assault and has since been released on police bail as further enquiries are conducted.
Dorset Police’s spokesman said: “Officers – who received the report directly as they were on foot patrol in the immediate vicinity – responded and it was reported that a man had sexually assaulted a teenage girl by touching her inappropriately.”
The police’s spokesman added: “Officers were in the area as part of their enhanced patrols of the Bournemouth town centre and beach area and we will continue to work with our partners to provide a visible presence in the vicinity.
“Police will be engaging with members of the public and can be approached by anyone with information or concerns.”
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