Man dies after being hit by car near Amersham

Thames Valley Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage

Author: Adam ClarkPublished 20th Sep 2026

A man in his 40s has died after being hit by a car near Amersham.

The crash happened on Whielden Lane in Winchmore Hill at around 11.15pm last night, Saturday 19th September, Thames Valley Police said.

It involved a grey Toyota Corolla and a pedestrian.

The pedestrian, a man in his 40s, died at the scene.

His next of kin have been told and are being supported by specially trained officers.

The driver of the Toyota was not hurt, and no arrests have been made.

Investigating officer Sergeant Paul Reading, of the Roads Policing Unit, said: "Firstly, our thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased at this extremely difficult time.

"We are appealing for anyone with information or witnesses who may have been at the scene and have not yet spoken to us, to please get in touch.

"I also ask any drivers who were in the area at the time and have dashcam footage to review it, as it may contain important information about the collision or the moments leading up to it."

Anyone with information can contact Thames Valley Police by calling 101 or by submitting a report on its website.

People who want to remain anonymous can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via its website.

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