Kent Police urge witnesses to come forward after Tunbridge Wells supporter suffers critical injuries after being hit by vehicle after attending goal-less draw against Erith Town

KENT POLICE are urging witnesses to come forward following a serious collision in Tunbridge Wells on Saturday.

A 75-year-old Tunbridge Wells supporter suffered critical injuries after being hit by a white Volkswagen Transporter van in Culverden Down, shortly after 17:15.

“Officers attended and arrested a 55-year-old man on suspicion of causing serious injury by careless driving.  He remains in custody pending further enquiries,” said a Kent Police statement.

“The incident happened near the entrance to the football stadium at a time when spectators leaving the Tunbridge Wells v Erith Town match would have been in the area.

“Anyone who witnessed the collision or saw the van before the collision is urged to contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, who are also keen to hear from anyone with dashcam, CCTV, doorbell or mobile phone footage that may assist them.”

Please call the appeal line on 01622 798538 quoting reference 003/23 or email sciu.td@kent.pnn.police.uk.

The Southern Counties East Football League Premier Division game between the two sides finished goal-less, watched by a crowd of 332 at Culverden Stadium.