Teenager Ella Finley Dies in Fatal Crash Near Binderton
Tragic Late-Night Collision Claims 18-Year-Old’s Life
Ella Finley, just 18 and from Westbourne in Emsworth, was confirmed as the sole victim of a deadly crash on the A286 Chilgrove Road near Binderton on Sunday, August 3, 2025.
At around 11:16pm, Ella was driving a white Vauxhall Corsa southbound when she smashed into a garden wall. Emergency crews raced to the scene but sadly declared her dead at once. Her family has been offered specialist support amid their heartbreak.
Police Launch Appeal for Witnesses and Footage
Sussex Police have opened Operation Parham and are begging anyone who saw the crash or has dashcam, CCTV, or mobile footage to come forward. Eyewitnesses can help piece together what happened on this usually quiet stretch of road.
- Quote Operation Parham when contacting police
- Email: [email protected]
- Call: 101
Community in Shock and Mourning
The crash has rocked residents in Westbourne, Emsworth, and along A286 Chilgrove Road. Many have sent condolences to Ella’s family as the community grapples with this devastating loss.
“Ella’s death is a heartbreaking reminder of how quickly lives can be shattered,” said a spokesperson for Sussex Police. “We urge anyone with information, no matter how small, to come forward.”
Police stress that even tiny details—like other vehicles passing by or unusual behaviour spotted that night—could be key to understanding the full story.
If You Saw Anything, Speak Up Now
Have you got footage or info from the night of August 3 near Binderton? Don’t stay silent. Contact Sussex Police quoting Operation Parham via email or phone to help bring answers to Ella’s family and ensure road safety for all.
