Fatal crash near Mid Sussex village: East Grinstead man pronounced dead at scene of Albourne collision
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Police said they were called to reports of a collision between a white Mercedes Sprinter van and a BMW motorcycle in London Road, Albourne, near Arden Grange, at about 12.30pm on Tuesday, February 21.
A police spokesperson said: “The rider of the motorcycle – a 61-year-old man from East Grinstead – was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have been informed. The van driver – a 42-year-old man from Whyteleafe in Surrey – was arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving. He has been released on unconditional bail.”
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Police are asking anyone who saw the collision or who has relevant dash cam footage to contact them via [email protected], quoting Operation Clarendon.
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