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Sissinghurst Fatal Collision: Appeal

Thursday, 25 July 2024 12:14

By Nigel Peacock X @westkentradio

Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal incident on Wednesday

Officers are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a fatal collision in Sissinghurst.

The incident involving a white Honda XL125 motorbike and a green John Deere tractor happened in Common Road just before 12.15pm on Wednesday 24 July 2024.

Patrols and South East Coast Ambulance Service attended the scene where the motorcyclist, a 19-year-old man, was confirmed deceased. His next of kin have been informed.

Appeal

Anyone who witnessed the collision and has not yet spoken to the police, is urged to contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 01622 798538, quoting reference EX/YP/081/24. You can also email sciu.td@kent.police.uk.

Motorists with dashcam and residents with private CCTV are also asked to check for relevant footage.

Footage can be uploaded through our online portal.

Source: Kent Police

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