Manhunt for fugitive drug dealer who escaped prison by climbing fence

| Night News Editor Published July 22, 2026 7:20pm Updated July 22, 2026 7:20pm Oliver Mazirel is currently wanted for escaping from HMP Ford, near Arundel, on the evening of June 30. Police are warning the public to call 999 if they see a drug dealer hiding out after fleeing a prison. Oliver Mazirel is wanted by detectives after climbing the fence HMP Ford, near Arundel in Sussex, on the night of June 30. The 38-year-old was behind bars after being convicted of conspiracy to supply Class A drugs. 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. Sign up for all of the latest stories Start your day informed with Metro's News Updates newsletter or get Breaking News alerts the moment it happens. ‘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. 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. Arrow MORE: Killer’s chilling words before killing innocent woman in row over stolen motorbike Arrow MORE: More than £100,000 raised for boy injured by crocs including huge sum from mystery donor Arrow MORE: Mystery of mummified remains found in river finally solved six years on Breaking News Never miss the biggest stories with breaking news alerts in your inbox.