Surrey driver involved in four-vehicle crash dies from 'medical episode'

A driver from Reigate in Surrey who died in a crash involving four cars died after suffering a medical episode while driving, police have confirmed. Police said officers have concluded an investigation into the fatal collision on the A272 near Petworth.

Emergency services were called to Horsham Road near Fox Hill at about 7.50am on Monday, April 29. The collision involved four vehicles; a white Porsche, a white BMW, a black BMW, and a white Audi.

A 74-year-old man from Reigate, Surrey, was pronounced deceased at the scene. A 65-year-old man from Midhurst, driving a separate vehicle, sustained serious but not life-threatening injuries and received hospital treatment.

Sussex Police said in an update: "Police launched Operation Preston to investigate the collision. Following a post-mortem examination, it has been concluded that the 74-year-old man died from a medical episode which occurred whilst driving.

"The investigation has now concluded, and officers have thanked the public for their help to support the investigation."