TWO men have been arrested after a string of armed robberies.

Last night police arrested a 23-year-old man and a 35-year-old man from the Worthing area. They remain in custody for questioning on suspicion of carrying out the raids in Worthing, Lancing and Shoreham.

Detective inspector Rob Walker, of Worthing CID, said: "These were serious incidents and we currently have a dedicated team working on the investigation. We are actively seeking to make arrests and would urge anyone with information that may help us to come forward as soon as possible."

Anyone with information should call 101, quoting Operation Radar.