Road in Cliftonville closed following serious collision

Emergency services at the scene Photo Frank Leppard

A section of Northdown Road in Cliftonville has been closed after a serious collision where a male pedestrian was hit by a car this morning (April 18).

The person has been taken to Kings College Hospital for medical  treatment.

A Kent Police spokesman said: “Kent Police was called to a report of a serious collision involving a car and a pedestrian in Northdown Road, Cliftonville at 11.10am.

“Emergency services are currently at the scene and the road is closed near the junction with Sweyn Road. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.”

A South East Coast Ambulance Service spokesperson said: “SECAmb were called shortly after 11am this morning (18/04/24) to reports of a person being hit by a car in Northdown Road, Margate.

“Crews arrived on scene and one person was taken to Kings College Hospital in London for further medical treatment.”