Deadly Head-On Crash on Thanet Way Claims Man’s Life

Tragedy struck near Whitstable on Thursday night when a fatal collision on the A2990 Thanet Way ended in disaster.

Silver Van and Blue Skoda Collide at 8.35pm

At 8.35pm on 16 October 2025, a silver Renault panel van travelling towards Whitstable smashed head-on into a blue Skoda Octavia coming the other way. The Skoda driver, a man in his 50s, was pronounced dead at the scene. The van driver suffered injuries but is expected to survive. Next of kin have been informed.

Kent Police Hunt Witnesses to Fatal Smash

Kent Police’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit is appealing for anyone who saw the crash or either vehicle before the collision to step forward.

CCTV and dashcam footage can be uploaded to aid the investigation.

Police urge witnesses to come forward to help bring answers in this tragic crash.

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