Police helicopter seen in Worthing and Angmering - This is why

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A police helicopter was used in a search for a missing person in West Sussex last night (Tuesday, July 25).

A National Police Air Service (NPAS) helicopter was spotted in Worthing around 9pm before moving onto Angmering around 9.15pm.

A map suggested it was conducting a search over Clapham and Patching, with the radius covering Angmering Park Estate and Clapham Wood.

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On Wednesday morning, Sussex Police confirmed the helicopter was used in a search for a missing man from Rustington. The man was found safe and well, police said.

A National Police Air Service helicopter was spotted in Worthing and Angmering. Photo: Stock image / National WorldA National Police Air Service helicopter was spotted in Worthing and Angmering. Photo: Stock image / National World
A National Police Air Service helicopter was spotted in Worthing and Angmering. Photo: Stock image / National World

"We're pleased to confirm that 27-year-old Rob, who had been reported missing from Rustington, has been found safe,” a police statement read, earlier today.

"Thank you to everyone who cared and shared our appeal.”