Emergency services responded to reports of a two car collision at around 10am today (February 15) on the A27 in Arundel, near the junction of Shellbridge Road.
Police confirmed that a man in his 80’s was found at the scene in a serious condition and taken to hospital for treatment.
The A27 eastbound from Fontwell is currently closed with a redirection in place to the A29.
In a statement, a spokesperson for Sussex Police said: “Please make alternative journeys while services continue to work in the area.
“Anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam footage is urged to come forward and make a report.
“You can contact us via our online reporting form or by calling 101 quoting Operation Mitchell.”

1. Man taken to hospital in ‘serious condition’ following two car collision in West Sussex
Man taken to hospital in ‘serious condition’ following two car collision in West Sussex Photo: Eddie Mitchell

2. Man taken to hospital in ‘serious condition’ following two car collision in West Sussex
Man taken to hospital in ‘serious condition’ following two car collision in West Sussex Photo: Eddie Mitchell

3. Man taken to hospital in ‘serious condition’ following two car collision in West Sussex
Man taken to hospital in ‘serious condition’ following two car collision in West Sussex Photo: Eddie Mitchell

4. Man taken to hospital in ‘serious condition’ following two car collision in West Sussex
Man taken to hospital in ‘serious condition’ following two car collision in West Sussex Photo: Eddie Mitchell