Driver killed after being struck by two vehicles while walking along A21 just seconds after crashing his own car

His vehicle hit the central reservation on the coastbound carriageway shortly after 6pm.

The man then left his truck and shortly after was hit by a grey Vauxhall Vivaro van and a grey Skoda Kodiaq.

Emergency services quickly arrived to help however the individual was pronounced dead at the scene.

No details have been released about the individual, but his family have been informed, Kent Police confirmed.

Any witnesses and those with dashcam footage should get in contact with the force.

A spokesman for Kent Police said: “The man is reported have been struck by a car and a van, after he had exited his own vehicle following a collision.

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“Police were called to the coastbound carriageway of the A21, shortly after 6pm on Saturday.

“The victim, aged in his 40s, had been driving a white Isuzu pickup truck and trailer, and prior to the incident had collided with the central reservation a short distance away.

“It is reported that after he got out of the Isuzu and was on foot he was struck by a grey Vauxhall Vivaro and a grey Skoda Kodiaq.

“Medical crews attended, alongside officers, and the man died at the scene. His next of kin have been informed.

“Kent Police's Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) is carrying out inquiries and officers are appealing to anyone who saw what happened, or has relevant dash-cam footage, to come forward.

“Anyone with information should call the SCIU appeal line on 01622 798538.”