A289 Gillingham crash: Pedestrian dies as main street closed and police launch CCTV attraction
Kent Police was called at 12.10pm on Monday, December 29 after a serious collision involving a pedestrian and a car on A289 Gads Hill, Gillingham, with CCTV images released
A pedestrian has died after a serious collision, prompting police to release CCTV images of two men they wish to speak to in relation to the incident.
Kent Police were alerted to the crash involving a male pedestrian and a car on A289 Gads Hill, Gillingham, at approximately 12.10pm on Monday, December 29, reports the Mirror..
Emergency services, including police and South East Coast Ambulance paramedics, attended to the man at the scene, but he was later pronounced dead.
Detectives from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit have now circulated images of two individuals who they believe could potentially aid their ongoing investigation.
“While we appreciate the quality of these images isn’t crystal clear, we are still in the early stages of our investigation and thank everyone who has provided images and witness accounts so far,” stated Detective Inspector Zoe Wilczek.
“We urge anyone with relevant information regarding the incident or these men to get in touch with us.”
Kent Police are appealing for anyone with dashcam or CCTV footage featuring a grey Mercedes estate car to come forward. Those with any information about the crash can report it by calling 01622 798538 and quoting reference 29-0481.
Alternatively, anonymous reports can be made to Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or via their online form.
Road closures remain in effect as the investigation continues, with Pier Road currently shut between The Strand and Gads Hill.
Motorists in Medway were hit with significant delays on Monday afternoon. Traffic and travel monitoring service Inrix reported that the eastbound carriageway was shut between Church Street and Gads Hill/Lower Rainham Road.
Although the westbound carriageway stayed open, there were reports of queued traffic along this stretch. Kent Live reported a substantial emergency service presence in the area, including a police helicopter.
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