Kent Police Launch Urgent Appeal After Fatal A299 Crash
Tragic Crash Claims Young Life on Thanet Way
Kent Police are urgently appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following a deadly collision on the A299 Thanet Way. The horrific smash on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at 6:49pm killed a man in his 20s and left two others hurt.
What Happened on the A299?
A white Fiat Ducato lorry, heading from Saint Nicholas-at-Wade towards London, slammed into a stationary Iveco Daily road sweeper. Emergency crews, including South East Coast Ambulance Service and Kent Fire and Rescue Service, rushed to the scene to deal with the chaos.
Casualties: One Dead, Two Injured
- The passenger in the lorry, a man in his 20s, died at the scene. His loved ones have been informed.
- The lorry driver, also a man in his 20s, suffered serious injuries and is currently in a stable condition in hospital.
- The road sweeper driver, a man in his 60s, was treated for minor injuries at a local hospital.
Police Investigation & How You Can Help
Kent Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) is leading the probe. They are begging anyone who saw the crash or captured dashcam footage to step forward. This footage could be crucial to piecing together what led to the fatal collision.
Contact Details for Witnesses
- Call Kent Police: 01622 798538
- Email SCIU: [email protected] (quote reference EW/LB/012/25)
- Upload Dashcam Footage: Click here
Investigators are especially keen to hear from anyone driving along the A299 Thanet Way near the time of the smash who may have caught key details on camera.
