Teenager Dies When Car Hits Tree

Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal road collision on the A286, West Dean, Chichester this morning (Tuesday, 19 April).

Officers and emergency services attended the scene at around 6.20am to reports of a black Ford Fiesta having hit a tree.

The driver of the car, a 18-year-old man from Emsworth, Hampshire was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.

Anyone with information is asked to call Sussex Police on 0845 60 70 999 quoting Operation Haysden.

Road closures are still in place between the B2141 and the Singleton Air Museum whilst forensic examinations are carried out and the vehicle is recovered.