Two men have been arrested on suspicion of helping a fugitive after he escaped from prison.
Oliver Mazirel is currently wanted for escaping from HMP Ford, near Arundel, on the evening of June 30.
The 38-year-old was serving a sentence for conspiracy to supply Class A drugs when he climbed the prison fence.
Detective Inspector Gary Jacobs said: "As part of our investigation we have arrested two men from Worthing, aged 35 and 38, on suspicion of assisting Mazirel after he escaped from prison.
"We are looking for a third person who we also believe assisted him.
"We intend to return Mazirel to prison and I want to make it very clear as to the consequences of assisting someone who remains at large. It is a serious offence that carries a prison sentence of up to ten years."
Mazirel is described as 5’7”, with short light brown hair.
CCTV shows him just before he escaped from lawful custody.
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DI Jacobs added: "I am urging the public to come forward with information, however small, that could help us in our search for Mazirel.
"Mazirel has links to Worthing and Littlehampton.
"Anyone who sees him or knows of his whereabouts is urged to dial 999 immediately, quoting Operation Patch."
Reports can also be made to independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously online or by phoning 0800 555 111.
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