Man Killed in Shocking Crash with Police Car on A259
A 27-year-old man has died after crashing into a marked police car on the A259 South Coast Road just past 11.10pm on Saturday, April 30. The smash happened near the junction with Dorothy Avenue.
Paramedics Rush In, But Man Dies at Scene
Emergency services raced to the scene, but despite their best efforts, the man was pronounced dead at the spot. Because a police vehicle was involved, the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has launched a full investigation.
Road Closures Cause Major Traffic Snarls
- The A259 was shut both ways while police and investigators examined the crash site.
- The road has now reopened but remains closed at the junction of Bramber Avenue, causing ongoing delays.
Chief Superintendent Jo Banks said: “This is a tragic incident and we are fully supporting the IOPC investigation. We want to thank drivers and residents for their patience while the A259 South Coast Road was closed.”
