Person dies after collision A26 near Uckfield

Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident which involved a lorry and a van at the junction of Horsted Lane at 10.48am.

Despite the efforts of the emergency services, the driver of the van sadly died at the scene, police said.

The lorry driver, who had been driving towards Lewes, was not hurt.

The road is closed in both directions while emergency services deal with the collision and is likely to remain shut for several hours, police say.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area.

PC David Upjohn said, “We are appealing for witnesses to this serious collision. If anyone saw it happen or has any dash-cam footage, please contact us.”

You can report online or call 101 quoting Operation Redwood.

Serious collision on A26 at Newhaven

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