Officers were called near Shooters Bottom Car Park, Beachy Head Road at around 4.25pm on Monday, 1 April to a report of a four-vehicle collision involving a red Honda motorbike, a silver Mazda, a black Audi and a red Mazda.

Sadly, the driver of the motorbike, a 29-year-old woman from Battle, was pronounced dead at the scene. Her next of kin are aware and are being supported at this difficult time.

Fortunately, no other injuries were reported.

A 19-year-old man from Eastbourne was arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving. He has been released on conditional bail, pending further enquiries.

Police are trying to establish the full circumstances of the collision.

Anyone who witnessed the collision or has any dash-cam footage is asked to contact [email protected] quoting Operation Chisel.