Sussex Police statement in relation to fatal Peacehaven collision

Sussex Police is fully co-operating with an independent investigation into a fatal road traffic collision in Peacehaven.

The incident happened in Dorothy Avenue on Saturday, April 30, and involved a police car and pedestrian. The 27-year-old man sadly died at the scene.

The investigation is being led by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) and, because of this, Sussex Police is unable to publish any further details.

Chief Superintendent Jo Banks said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the man who tragically died in this collision. We recognise the impact of this incident on his family and the local community and we are fully co-operating with the IOPC to ensure a full and fair investigation. The IOPC are liaising with the family and as such we are unable to provide further information.”