Sussex Police launch investigation after Hailsham man dies in collision on A21 in East Sussex

The A21 in East Sussex is closed in both directions between the A2100 at Johns Cross and the A265 at Hurst Green. Photo: Google Street Viewplaceholder image
The A21 in East Sussex is closed in both directions between the A2100 at Johns Cross and the A265 at Hurst Green. Photo: Google Street View

Sussex Police said a Hailsham man died following a collision on the A21 in Robertsbridge.

A police spokesperson said: “Emergency services were called to the A21 at around 8.20pm on Saturday (April 11) after a BMW car heading northbound was involved in a collision with three other vehicles.

“The driver of the BMW – a 23-year-old man from Hailsham – was sadly declared deceased at the scene. His next of kin have been informed.

“Two passengers in another vehicle were taken to hospital with serious injuries, while five other people involved suffered minor injuries requiring hospital treatment.

Police have confirmed that a Hailsham man has died following a collision on the A21 in Robertsbridge. Photo: Iconic Media Groupplaceholder image
Police have confirmed that a Hailsham man has died following a collision on the A21 in Robertsbridge. Photo: Iconic Media Group

“The BMW had been involved in a police pursuit shortly before the collision, and a referral was made to the Independent Office for Police Conduct who have declared that they will conduct an independent investigation.”

Detective Superintendent Andy Wolstenholme said: “This was a tragic incident, and our thoughts are with the family of this young man and all those affected.”

He added: “Anyone who has any information that could help the investigation, or relevant dashcam or CCTV footage, is asked to contact police online or via 101, quoting Operation Drummer.”

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