Manhunt for fugitive drug dealer who escaped prison by climbing fence

Barney Davis | 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 lat