Young man airlifted to hospital after collision in Chichester

Sussex Police issued a statement on Monday morning (October 19).

A spokesperson said: “We are appealing for witnesses and information following a serious collision in B2178 (Old Broyle Road), Chichester, on Sunday, October 18.

"It was reported that at around 12.20pm, a blue Ford Focus collided with a yellow 125 Honda GLR motorcycle at the junction with Brandy Hole Lane.

“The motorcyclist, a 22-year-old man was taken to hospital to be treated for a serious, but not life-threatening injury.

“Officers are investigating to establish the full circumstances of the collision and encourage anyone who witnessed it, or who has any relevant information such as CCTV or dashcam footage which could aid enquiries to come forward.”

Information can be reported to the police online, or by calling 101, quoting serial 611 of 18/10.

B2178 Old Broyle Road was shut in both directions, causing traffic congestion, on Sunday afternoon.

Traffic sources reported the closure on the stretch between Brandy Hole Lane and Drovers Lane.

South East Coast Ambulance Service confirmed that paramedics joined the emergency response, shortly after 12.30pm.

A spokesperson said: “Ambulance crews were joined at the scene by the Air Ambulance Charity, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and assessed and treated one patient for injuries at the scene.

"The patient was then airlifted to Royal Sussex County Hospital for further treatment.”

The road is now open.