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Megan Howe

Man in his 50s killed in West Wickham crash as driver arrested at scene

West Wickham High Street, where the crash took place - (Google Maps)

Police are appealing for information after a man aged in his 50s was killed following a crash in West Wickham.

Officers were called to the High Street at 12.42 am on Thursday, March 13, following reports that a man had suffered a cardiac arrest after being involved in a collision.

Upon arriving at the scene, emergency services found a man aged in his 50s who had been run over.

Despite the efforts of paramedics, the man died at the scene. His family have been informed and they are currently being supported by specialist officers.

The driver of the vehicle, a man in his 30s, stopped at the scene. He was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and for driving under the influence.

He currently remains in police custody at a south London police station.

Road closures remain in place while the investigation progresses.

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