Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious collision in Hythe involving an ice cream van and a cyclist at around 5.55pm on Sunday 28 July 2024.

The van had been travelling towards Folkestone when it collided on Seabrook Road, with the cyclist who was travelling in the direction of Hythe at the time. The cyclist sustained serious injuries and was taken to a London hospital although his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

A 48-year-old man from Dover has been arrested in connection with the collision and taken into custody while enquiries continue.

Officers from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit are appealing for witnesses and anyone who might have dashcam footage taken in the area at the time of the collision to come forward. Witnesses can call the SCIU appeal line on 01622 798538 quoting SM/HM/085/24. Footage can be uploaded through our online portal Evidence Request from Kent Police and Essex Police

By Ed

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