A 22-year-old man died in a crash at Laddingford, near Yalding, last night.

The accident happened as the car was travelling over a humped back bridge in Gravelly Ways at 9.35pm.

The man, who is believed to be local, was pronunced dead at the scene.

A 28-year-old passenger in the black Renault was taken to Kent and Sussex Hospital and treated for injuries, which are not believed to be life threatening.

No other vehicles were involved.

Kent Police are investigating.

If you have any information please contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 01622 798538.

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