Update on investigation into fatal collision near Petworth
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Officers have concluded an investigation into a fatal collision on the A272 near Petworth.
Emergency services were called to Horsham Road near Fox Hill at about 7.50am on Monday, April 29.
The collision involved four vehicles; a white Porsche, a white BMW, a black BMW, and a white Audi.
Tragically, a 74-year-old man from Reigate, Surrey, was pronounced deceased at the scene.
A 65-year-old man from Midhurst, driving a separate vehicle, sustained serious but not life-threatening injuries and received hospital treatment.
Police launched Operation Preston to investigate the collision.
Following a post-mortem examination, it has been concluded that the 74-year-old man died from a medical episode which occurred whilst driving.
The investigation has now concluded, and officers have thanked the public for their help to support the investigation.