A FIFTH man has been arrested by detectives investigating an armed robbery spree in Worthing and Lancing.

The 22-year-old Lancing man was tasered and detained by officers at West Worthing railway station this afternoon.

He will be questioned about the robberies which took place between August 1 and September 18.

It is the second arrest made today, after police arrested a 32 year old this luncthime.

Detective Inspector Alan Pack said: "We continue to make progress with the investigation.

"Anyone with information about any of the robberies please contact us by emailing 101@sussex.pnn.police.uk or ring 101 quoting Operation Zinger."