Witnesses sought after fatal collision in Whitstable

Detectives investigating a fatal road collision in Whitstable are appealing for witnesses.

The incident happened on Chestfield Road in front of the Chestfield Barn pub, shortly before 8.15pm on Friday 24 July 2026.

An 18-year-old man riding a motorcycle died at the scene following a collision with a white Mercedes A180. His next of kin has been informed.

It was reported that a man who had been travelling in the car then rode the bike away from the area.

Arrested

At 9.50pm an 18-year-old man attended Canterbury police station voluntarily and was arrested in connection with the incident. He remains in custody.

The motorcycle has not yet been recovered.

Can you help?

Enquiries to establish the circumstances are ongoing and officers are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam, doorbell or mobile phone footage of either vehicle before or after the collision to come forward.

Please call the appeal number on 01303 289600 quoting reference 46/120838/26 or submit information via the Major Incident Public Portal.

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete the online form.