ARMED officers launched a manhunt in Littlehampton after a cyclist with a suspected weapon was reported to police.
Dozens of officers along with the National Police Air Service helicopter combed the town last night following the report.
Pictures taken from the area show the helicopter overhead, while officers on the ground continue the search.
In a tweet, a spokesman from Sussex Police a man on a bicycle was seen to have a suspected weapon.
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It read: "Officers are currently searching for a man in Littlehampton, assisted by the National Police Air Service helicopter.
"It follows a report of a man on a bicycle in possession of a suspected weapon earlier this evening.
"We will endeavour to provide any updates when we can."
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