Man arrested twice in one day after fleeing police custody

A man who fled police custody after being arrested this morning has been re-arrested following a helicopter search.
The man was re-arrested following a search. Pictures: Eddie MitchellThe man was re-arrested following a search. Pictures: Eddie Mitchell
The man was re-arrested following a search. Pictures: Eddie Mitchell

The 26-year-old man was arrested about 9.45am today in Goring for not sticking to his bail conditions, a spokesperson for Sussex Police said.

Upon arriving at custody he felt unwell and was taken to Worthing Hospital.

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However while receiving treatment he absconded from the hospital and was been arrested nearby about 5.30pmm, the spokesperson added.

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