Newhaven woman dies in multi-car crash on A23

A Newhaven woman has died after a serious, multi-car collision on the A23 this morning (Monday, January 11).
By The Newsroom
Published 11th Jan 2016, 12:04 BST
Updated 11th Jan 2016, 13:33 BST

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Police are appealing for witnesses following the fatal crash, which happened near Pyecombe services at around 4am

Four vehicles were involved: a blue Volkswagen, a black BMW, a black Mitsubishi and a blue Renault.

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Sadly the driver of the Renault, a 21-year-old woman from Newhaven, was declared dead at the scene. There were no other serious injuries.

The northbound carriage was closed while recovery work took place and a diversion was set up via the A281. The A23 fully reopened at around 10.30am.

Sergeant Peter Verney said: “We would like to hear from anyone who may have seen what happened just prior to the collision.

“Witnesses can email [email protected] or call 101 quoting Operation Entwine.”

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