Officers appealing for witnesses following death of a cyclist in Smallfield

Officers were called at 09:56 this morning (18 June) by South East Coast Ambulance service who were responding to a medical emergency on Redehall Road in Smallfield, involving a cyclist who had been taking part in the London to Brighton cycle ride.

The cyclist, a man in his sixties, sadly died at the scene. His next of kin have been informed.

Road closures were put in place and Event Marshalls redirected the route for remaining cyclists, the road closures have since been lifted and all roads are open.

We are appealing for any witnesses to this incident to come forward to help our investigation into the circumstances of this incident.

If you have any information which could help, please contact us quoting PR/45230067249