Hurstpierpoint man arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving after life-threatening collision

Police are appealing for witnesses of the collision that occurred at 6.50pm as the woman was on or near a pedestrian crossing close to the junction of the B2223 Dominion Road with Southdown View Road.

She suffered serious injuries, including multiple fractures, and was flown by air ambulance to Southampton General Hospital where she has been detained for treatment.

She is in a critical but stable condition.

The car involved was a silver Ford Focus estate and the driver was unhurt.

He has been bailed until 23 October while enquiries continue.

The road was closed for almost four hours while investigations at the scene took place, and police are grateful to motorists who were delayed or diverted for their patience.

Anyone who saw the collision or either party involved just prior to it occurring is asked to phone Sussex Police on 101 or email [email protected], quoting Operation Foxcote.