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Cyclist dies and three arrested after crash in Lower Road, Teynham near Faversham

15:17, 02 May 2022

updated: 15:20, 02 May 2022

A cyclist has died after he was hit by a car in the early hours.

The teenager was riding a bike that was involved in the crash near Faversham today.

The crash happened along Lower Road in Teynham. Picture: Google Maps
The crash happened along Lower Road in Teynham. Picture: Google Maps

A black VW Polo car was travelling along Lower Road in Teynham, towards the village when it was involved in a collision with a green Barracuda bicycle.

The incident happened at around 12.30am.

The teenage cyclist sustained injuries and was confirmed deceased at the scene.

An 18-year-old man from Faversham, a 19-year-old man from Sheerness and a 20-year-old woman from Chatham have been arrested in connection with the collision and taken into custody.

Officers from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) are investigating the incident and are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

Anyone who has CCTV or dashcam footage taken in the area are also being sought.

Witnesses should call the SCIU appeal line on 01622 798 538 or email sciu.td@kent.pnn.police.uk quoting reference KH/COJ/51/22.

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