Man dies after collision in Portslade

An investigation has been launched after a man died after being hit by a car in Portslade.

Police say the 44-year-old was in a collision with a Vauxhall Corse.

A statement from Sussex Police said:

"Police are appealing for witnesses after a pedestrian tragically died in a collision with a Vauxhall Corsa.

"The incident occurred on the A270 Old Shoreham Road, Portslade, around 8.17pm on Friday 11 March.

"The pedestrian – a 44-year-old local man – was sadly pronounced deceased at the scene; the driver was uninjured.

"A section of the road was closed in both directions for several hours following the collision, and we thank the public for their patience and understanding.

"If you saw what happened, or captured it on dash cam or CCTV, please email collision.appeal@sussex.police.uk quoting Operation Auburn."