Jason Wren, 32, of Redmayne Drive, Hastings, has been charged in connection with a rape investigation that began following an incident on Milward Crescent on November 30.
Wren has been charged with rape, attempted rape, and trespassing with intent to commit a sexual offence. He has been remanded in custody and is set to appear before Brighton Magistrates’ Court on Monday, December 9.
The investigation was launched after a man, unknown to the woman, forced his way into her home at approximately 7pm. Following a public appeal and release of an e-fit, Wren handed himself in at Hastings Police Station on December 7, where he was subsequently arrested.
Detective Inspector Amanda Zinyama, of the Major Crime Team, said:
“This incident caused a young woman a huge amount of distress and trauma. She continues to be supported by officers.
“We would like to thank the community for their efforts in locating a suspect for this horrific incident. Officers received a huge amount of help to conduct enquiries over the last week.
“This was, and continues to be, a complex and fast-moving investigation. I would like to thank every officer involved for their hard work and dedication to this case.
“We urge those with information to continue reporting.
“Sussex Police takes a zero-tolerance approach to violence against women and girls and reports of this nature are taken extremely seriously.”
Police encourage anyone with additional information to contact them online or by calling 101, quoting Operation Chalton.
Reports can also be made anonymously through Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111 or via their website, www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
Always call 999 in an emergency.
