Man Dead, Two Hurt in Early Morning A27 Horror Crash
A tragic smash on the A27 in the small hours has left one man dead and two others injured. A grey BMW hurtled eastbound between Falmer and Lewes just before 3 a.m. before crashing.
Seaford Man Dies, Passengers Seriously Injured
The driver, a 24-year-old from Seaford, died at the scene. His passengers – a 24-year-old and a 19-year-old, also from Seaford – were hurt, with injuries ranging from serious to minor. Both were rushed to hospital.
Road Shut All Night, Investigation Underway
The A27 was shut both ways for nearly 12 hours while forensic teams scoured the scene. It has now reopened, but Sussex Police say the cause is still a mystery.
Police have launched Operation Romsley and are begging for witnesses. Anyone who saw the BMW or has dashcam or CCTV footage is urged to email [email protected].
Traffic Chaos Hits Region
The closure sparked severe traffic jams and forced drivers onto lengthy diversions. Sussex Police thanked the public for their “patience and understanding” during the disruption.
The crash investigation is ongoing as officers piece together what sparked this fatal collision on one of Sussex’s busiest routes.
