Key witness sought after fatal collision near Whitstable

Officers investigating a fatal collision at Chestfield near Whitstable are seeking to identify a motorist who may have important information.

At 8.35pm on Thursday 16 October 2025, a silver Renault panel van was travelling along the A2990 Thanet Way towards Whitstable, when it was involved in a collision with a blue Skoda Octavia being driven in the opposite direction.

Emergency services attended the scene where the driver of the Skoda, a man in his 50s, was confirmed deceased at the scene. His next of kin have been informed.

The driver of the van was taken to a local hospital where he remains in a stable condition.

Investigation underway

Officers from Kent Police's Serious Collision Investigation Unit have been completing enquiries into the incident.

They have established the driver of a car or small van was in the immediate area of the incident, travelling towards Whitstable at the time. It is thought they may be able to assist with important information.

Anyone with information should call 01622 798538 or email [email protected], quoting reference RS/SS/071/25.

CCTV and dashcam footage can be submitted here.