Police Seek Crash Driver

The A269 Ninfield Road had to be sealed off by police while they dealt with the aftermath of Monday's 10.20am crash.

Badly damaged cars littered the junction with Mount Idol View, Sidley.

A police spokesman said later: "A Vauxhall Cavalier entered Ninfield Road from Mount Idol View and was in collision with a Fiat which was travelling north along Ninfield Road.

"The Fiat in turn was in collision with a Renault which was travelling south along Ninfield Road.

"Substantial damage was cause to all three vehicles.

"The driver and passenger from the Renault Scenic sustained some injuries, although not serious or life-threatening, as a result of the incident.

"The driver of the Cavalier left the scene before the arrival of the emergency services and enquiries are continuing with regard to this person.

"The road was totally obstructed for one and a half hours to allow for scene investigation and clearing of debris."

Anyone with information about the incident, the Vauxhall Cavalier or its driver is asked to contact PC Anthony Masters of the Road Policing Department at Bexhill police station on 0845 6070999, quoting serial 471 of September 11 or by using the free and confidential Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 number.