Two men arrested after armed man approaches drivers in Lancing, Sussex

Two men were arrested after police received reports of a man brandishing a firearm at motorists on Brighton Road, Lancing, on 7 October.

Armed response and police helicopter deployed in Lancing after firearm report

Two men are in custody following reports of a man approaching drivers with a suspected firearm on Brighton Road, Lancing, at around 2.30pm on 7 October, The Argus reports.

The man was seen confronting motorists before leaving the scene in the direction of Chester Avenue. Sussex Police called in a helicopter crew from NPAS Redhill to assist ground units in searching the area for the suspect.

Armed response officers were among those involved in the operation. A Sussex Police spokesperson confirmed both men were arrested in connection with the incident and remain in custody.

"There will be an increased police presence in the area while we investigate this incident," the spokesperson said.

Police are appealing for information and have asked anyone with details to call 999, quoting serial 786 of 07/10.

Source: The Argus