Arrests after man killed in Eastbourne hit-and-run

The man was using the zebra crossing on Upperton Road - close to the junction with Ocklynge Road

Several people have been arrested after a man was killed in a hit-and-run, Sussex Police have said.

A man in his 70s was hit as he used a zebra crossing in Upperton Road in Eastbourne at about 19:50 BST on Wednesday.

Sussex Police said the man's next of kin have been informed.

Any witnesses, or those with dashcam or CCTV footage, or anyone who has seen a vehicle with "obvious damage" have been asked to contact Sussex Police.

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