A MAN is charged with drugging and sexually assaulting a woman at a hotel in Brighton.
A woman in her late teens reported being sexually assaulted after consuming drugs with a man at a hotel on the seafront on Tuesday evening (March 12).
She reported the incident to police and an urgent investigation was launched while she was supported by specialist officers.
Yousuf Dar, 23, of Main Road in Romford, was arrested on Saturday (March 16) and subsequently charged with administering a substance with intent to stupefy to allow sexual activity, sexual assault, voyeurism, false imprisonment and perverting the course of justice.
At Brighton Magistrates’ Court on Monday (March 18), Dar was remanded in custody to appear at Lewes Crown Court on April 15.
Detective Chief Superintendent Richard McDonagh said: “Sussex Police takes any reports of spiking extremely seriously and we will do all we can to support victims and bring perpetrators to justice.
“Alongside our partners, we will continue to put measures in place to identify and protect vulnerable people and help prevent people falling victim to spiking in the first place.
“If you or someone you know has been a victim of spiking, early reporting is key so they can be protected and any evidence gathered.
“Please tell a member of bar or security staff if you’re out, or always call 101 or 999 in an emergency.”
