A 29-year-old woman has died in a motorbike crash and a 19-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.
Four vehicles in all were involved in the smash which happened close to Beachy Head yesterday afternoon (Monday 1 April).
Sussex Police said: “Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision in Eastbourne.
“Officers were called to near Shooters Bottom Car Park, Beachy Head Road, at around 4.25pm on Monday 1 April to a report of a four-vehicle collision involving a red Honda motorbike, a silver Mazda, a black Audi and a red Mazda.
“Sadly, the driver of the motorbike, a 29-year-old woman from Battle, was pronounced dead at the scene.
“Her next of kin are aware and are being supported at this difficult time.
“Fortunately, no other injuries were reported.
“A 19-year-old man from Eastbourne was arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving.
“He has been released on conditional bail, pending further inquiries.
“Police are trying to establish the full circumstances of the collision.
“Anyone who witnessed the collision or has any dashcam footage is asked to contact collision.appeal@sussex.police.uk, quoting Operation Chisel.”
