A BEXHILL man has been arrested following a fatal collision on the A27 near Pevensey as police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.
The collision, involving a white Mercedes Sprinter van and a white Volkswagen Caddy van, happened on the westbound carriageway approaching Golden Jubilee Way shortly before 6.30am on Monday, July 13.
The driver of the Mercedes Sprinter, a 31-year-old man from Bexhill, was arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and drug driving.
The driver of the Volkswagen Caddy, a 20-year-old man from Heathfield, suffered serious injuries and was taken to the Royal Sussex County Hospital. Tragically, he later died from his injuries.
His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.
Sussex Police said enquiries into the collision are ongoing and officers are appealing for further witnesses and information.
Investigators are particularly keen to hear from motorists who saw the Volkswagen Caddy after it had broken down in the westbound carriageway before the collision happened.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, or has dashcam footage or other relevant information, is urged to contact Sussex Police online or by calling 101, quoting Operation Wickham.
