Two teenagers were seriously injured after a stolen motorbike crashed.
Sussex Police said: “Police are appealing for witnesses after two teenagers were seriously injured in a traffic collision.
“A marked police unit became aware of a motorcycle in the St Leonards area shortly after 1.30pm on Friday 28 June.
“It immediately made off at speed before it collided with a number of other vehicles in London Road.
“The bike was later confirmed to be stolen.
“The rider and passenger – both boys aged 15 and 17, from the local area – have been taken to hospital with serious but not life-threatening injuries.
“A section of London Road in St Leonards has been closed as officers respond to the scene and motorists are urged to seek alternative routes in the meantime.
“Anyone who witnessed the collision or the vehicle being ridden in the area around the time, specifically anyone with mobile, dashcam or CCTV footage, is asked to come forward.
“You can email collision.appeal@sussex.police.uk, quoting Operation Hayman.
“The incident has been referred to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC).”
