Kent Police are appealing for witnesses and any relevant footage following a fatal collision in Barming, near Maidstone, on Tuesday, December 24, 2024.
The incident occurred just before 2:25 PM on Tonbridge Road, near The Bull Inn. A white Honda 125cc motorbike, traveling in the direction of Wateringbury, collided with a lamppost.
Emergency services, including officers from Kent Police and the South East Coast Ambulance Service, attended the scene. The motorcyclist, a man in his 40s, was airlifted to a London hospital but sadly succumbed to his injuries. His next of kin has been informed.
Appeal for Information
Investigating officers are seeking:
- Witnesses who may have seen the collision or events leading up to it.
- CCTV footage from local residents in the area.
- Dashcam footage from drivers on Tonbridge Road around the time of the incident.
If you have any information, you are urged to contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 01622 798538, quoting reference EW/DGC/119/24, or email [email protected].
How to Help
Drivers and residents with potential footage can upload it directly using the link provided by Kent Police.
Alternatively, those wishing to remain anonymous can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or via their online form.
This is a tragic incident, and police are working to establish the full circumstances surrounding the collision. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
