Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Crawley Hit-And-Run

Friday, 12 May 2023 15:47

Police are appealing for witnesses and relevant CCTV or dashcam footage after a collision in Crawley.

The collision involving a white van and a motorcycle happened between 6.30pm and 7pm on May 4 in Haslett Avenue East.

It happened near the turn-off near Hawth Avenue on the roundabout, also known locally as the “Square-about”.

The van did not remain at the scene after the collision.

The motorcycle rider, a 58-year-old man from Crawley, sustained serious but not life-threatening injuries and was taken to hospital.

Officers investigating want anyone who saw the vehicles travelling west along Haslett Avenue East towards the roundabout to come forward.

It is understood the two vehicles had both travelled along Haslett Avenue East from the traffic lights at Stephenson Way before approaching the roundabout.

Witnesses or anyone with relevant CCTV or dashcam footage of the vehicles in the area at the time is asked to report it to the police.

Information can be reported to Sussex Police online or by emailing [email protected] and quote serial 1258 of 04/05.

A 21-year-old man from Horsham was arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm and dangerous driving, and has been bailed, pending further enquiries.

More from Sussex News

Funding Available For Tree Planting In Chichester District as National Tree Week Begins

Chichester District Council is reminding landowners that funding is available to support tree planting projects across the Chichester District as part of its ‘Tree Chichester District’ initiative.
West Sussex Firefighters And Emergency Services Carry Out Training Exercise In Chichester Harbour

Firefighters have completed a joint training exercise with HM Coastguard, RNLI, and Chichester Harbour Masters Team to test their procedures in the event of a serious boat fire in Itchenor.
Shoreham Lifeboat’s Festive Look Boosted By Family-Run Business

A Brighton garden centre has declared itself 'delighted' to have been able to spread some festive cheer with a donation to Shoreham Lifeboat station.
Final Touches Being Made To £2m Sussex Wastewater Site Upgrade

A major improvement scheme at a West Sussex wastewater treatment works is being finalised to protect and enhance the local environment.
AllSaints Founder To Host Sustainable Fashion Show In Brighton To Raise Money For Homelessness In City

AllSaints Founder Stuart Trevor to host sustainable fashion show on Brighton i360 to raise money for homelessness in city
Chichester Community Warden Helping Fight Against Fraud This Christmas

A community warden at Chichester District Council is helping residents and businesses fight against fraud this Christmas.
Wealden Council Calls For Government Rethink On Winter Fuel Payment

Wealden councillors have called on the government to reconsider its decision surrounding the Winter Fuel Payment.
Snowy Protest At Lewes County Hall Calls For Fossil Fuel Divestment

Residents of East Sussex and Brighton & Hove braved snow and near-zero temperatures this morning (Thursday) to stage a 90-minute 'Divest for climate justice!' protest outside County Hall in Lewes.
Local MP Tours Firefighters’ Centre In Littlehampton

Bognor Regis and Littlehampton MP Alison Griffiths visited Fire Fighters Charity’s Marine Court in Littlehampton last Friday, meeting with firefighters, service users, and charity staff to learn about the health and wellbeing support provided to fire and rescue service personnel, some of whom are recovering from injury and illness.
Former Portslade Scout Leader Convicted Of 79 Child Sex Offences

A Hove man whose jobs gave him repeated access to children has been convicted of dozens of child sex offences.