Appeal following fatal collision near Balcombe

A 44-year-old male driver from Cuckfield has died

Author: Poppi AndelinPublished 7th Jan 2026
Last updated 7th Jan 2026

Police are appealing for information and dash-cam footage following a collision that happened on Wednesday, 7 January at approximately 7:30am.

The collision was reported to involve two vehicles on the B2036 London Road, near Cherry Lane.

The 44-year-old male driver of the vehicle travelling northbound died following the collision. He was from Cuckfield.

The driver of the second vehicle sustained minor injuries.

National Highways supported a road closure while enquiries were carried out at the scene. The road has since reopened.

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