Pedestrian Killed in Horror Lorry Crash on Maidstone’s Hermitage Lane
Tragedy Strikes in Morning Rush Hour
A pedestrian has died following a fatal collision with a lorry on Tuesday morning. The smash happened just after 8.30am on Hermitage Lane, Maidstone. Emergency services, including police and paramedics, rushed to the scene but were unable to save the victim.
Hermitage Lane Shut as Police Investigate
Police have closed Hermitage Lane for hours while forensic teams carry out a detailed examination of the crash site. A diesel spill has made the cleanup tricky, meaning the road closures could last well into the day.
Kent Police Launch Investigation
A Kent Police spokesman said: “Officers were called at about 8.33am on Tuesday, 1 November 2022, following reports of a collision involving a lorry and pedestrian. Police and ambulance crews attended. Officers remain at the scene.”
