Bickering couple could hold vital clues

The pair were seen apparently arguing in the area of Upper Park Road, Hastings, when the tragedy took place at around 9pm on Friday November 14.

The man is described as being in his early 20s, about 5ft 8ins tall, wearing a light top and blue or brown jeans.

The woman was about 5ft 6ins in her early 20s, with shoulder length hair and wearing a coat.

A third man was seen walking up Upper Park Road towards Bohemia Road.

He is described as being in his 30s, about 5ft 5ins tall and wearing a three-quarter length coat.

Police say a number of useful potential witnesses have come forward due to media publicity about the incident.

Officers are still trying to trace the driver of the Renault 19, registration J592GGU, which failed to stop after hitting Mr Finch as he walked with two friends.

Senior Investigating Officer Inspector Mark Armstrong said: "We would very much like to hear from these people. None of them are suspects but they are known to have been in the road at the time and may have seen a silver or grey car.

"We also still urge the driver of the car to come forward and tell us what happened and help clear the matter up."

Three people have been arrested in connection with the incident and are currently on police bail pending further enquiries.

Anyone with information which might help should contact Senlac Road Policing Department on 0845 60 70 999 and quote Operation Date.

r Hundreds attended Gary Finch's funeral on Wednesday. Report: page 12.