Motorcyclist dies after crash in Horsham on A29

The road remains closed at Stane Street, Slinfold

Man in his 60's dies after crash on A29
Author: Emma SmithPublished 17th Oct 2023

A motorcyclist has sadly died in a collision with a van on the A29 Stane Street at Slinfold, near Horsham.

Police were called to the incident involving a grey Volkswagen Caddy about 7.07am this morning.

Despite the best efforts of police and paramedics who carried out CPR, the 66-year-old rider, from Billingshurst, was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have been informed and are receiving support.

The road will be closed in the vicinity of Slinfold Golf and Country Club for the foreseeable future and motorists are advised to seek alternative routes. Diversion signs are in place.

Anyone who saw what happened or captured any relevant dash cam footage is asked to email collision.appeal@sussex.police.uk quoting Operation Carmel.

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