Death of man on A21 near Pembury

Witnesses are sought by officers investigating the death of a man on the A21 near Pembury.

The man is reported have been struck by a car and a van, after he had exited his own vehicle following a collision.

Police were called to the coastbound carriageway of the A21, shortly after 6pm on Saturday 16 November 2024.

The victim, aged in his 40s, had been driving a white Isuzu pickup truck and trailer, and prior to the incident had collided with the central reservation a short distance away.  

It is reported that after he got out of the Isuzu and was on foot he was struck by a grey Vauxhall Vivaro and a grey Skoda Kodiaq.

Medical crews attended, alongside officers, and the man died at the scene. His next of kin have been informed.

Can you help?

Kent Police's Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) is carrying out enquiries and officers are appealing to anyone who saw what happened, or has relevant dashcam footage, to come forward.

Anyone with information should call the SCIU appeal line on 01622 798538, or email [email protected], quoting reference EX/HG/109/24.

Drivers with dashcam that may assist can upload the footage using this link.