Man dies at scene of collision in Hastings
A man has died in a collision in Hastings, police have confirmed.
Hastings Police announced on Facebook at 5pm on Monday, February 16: “There is currently a road closure in Blackman Avenue between Burden Place and Marline Road. This remains in place while emergency services are at the scene of a serious collision.”
“One man has been sadly declared deceased at the scene. His next of kin have been informed and our thoughts are with his family.
“We advise motorists to plan alternative routes to avoid the area during this time.”
The announcement comes after the road closure was announced at 2.30pm by AA Traffic News at www.theaa.com/route-planner/traffic-news. The message on the live map said: “Road closed due to crash investigation work on Blackman Avenue both ways from B2159 Battle Road to Lewis Road. Detour in operation – bus services 322 and 324.”