A man has been charged following an incident of indecent exposure on Bognor Regis beach that occurred on the afternoon of Sunday, April 27.

Suspect Arrested and Charged

Sussex Police launched an investigation after receiving a report that a man had indecently exposed himself on the section of Bognor beach opposite the fish and chip shop on Lennox Street at approximately 3.50pm.

Officers swiftly arrested a suspect later that same day. Olegas Podolianko, 53, of Longford Road, Bognor, was subsequently charged with one count of indecent exposure and one count of engaging in sexual activity in the presence of a child.

He appeared before Crawley Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, April 29, and was released on court bail. He is scheduled to appear at Portsmouth Crown Court on May 27, 2025.

Appeal for Witnesses

Detective Sergeant Dave Bulger of Sussex Police said:

“We are continuing to appeal for witnesses to the incident, which happened on the section of Bognor beach opposite the fish and chip shop in Lennox Street at around 3.50pm on Sunday (27 April).”

Authorities are urging anyone who may have seen the incident or who may have relevant information to come forward.

Reports can be made online via the Sussex Police website or by calling 101, quoting serial 764 of 27/04.

Community Reassurance

Local officers have increased patrols along the seafront to reassure the public, particularly families and beachgoers, in light of the incident. The case remains under investigation, and police stress that reports of this nature are taken extremely seriously.

Stay informed with Sussex News – For ongoing updates on local crime, courts, and public safety in West Sussex and beyond.