Appeal following fatal collision in Sheppey

Investigators are renewing their appeal for witnesses following a fatal collision in Sheppey.

At approximately 11.20pm on Friday 30 January 2026, a grey Kia was travelling southbound on the A249 northbound carriageway in Sheppey, when it was involved in a collision with a BMW.

Emergency response

Patrols attended the scene along with South East Coast Ambulance Service and Kent Fire and Rescue Service. A woman in her 30s was confirmed deceased at the scene and her next of kin has been informed.

Three people were taken to hospital for further treatment.

A woman remains in a critical condition in a London hospital, and two men are in serious but stable conditions.

The road was closed overnight whilst the incident was attended to but was reopened at around 8am on Saturday 31 January.

Appeal 

Officers from Kent Police's Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are carrying out enquiries and would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident or who saw the vehicles immediately before the collision.

They are also appealing for anyone with relevant dashcam footage to come forward.

Witnesses should call the SCIU appeal line on 01622 798538 quoting reference RY/DC/011/2026. You can also email [email protected]

CCTV and dashcam footage can submitted via our public portal here .