Elderly man seriously injured during hit and run in Brighton

The 89 year old man remains in hospital

Author: Grace McGachyPublished 3rd Mar 2026

An elderly man is in hospital after a hit and run collision in Brighton.

Sussex Police say the 89 year old pedestrian was hit by a car on London Road, just south of the Carden Avenue mini roundabout. on the 23rd of January. The car involved did not stop at the scene.

The man sustained significant injuries and police are working to trace the vehicle and determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Authorities are now urging witnesses or anyone who may have seen the vehicle or victim prior to the collision to come forward and report any information.

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