Cyclist dies after collision in Rainham

Road closures remain in place (credit: Google Maps)

A man has died following a fatal collision in Rainham.

A cyclist was hit by a lorry at Fairview Industiral Park, in Marsh Way, at around 3pm today. 

He sustained serious injuries and, despite the efforts of paramedics, was pronounced dead at the scene. 

Enquiries are underway to trace his next of kin. 

A scene and road closures remain in place and motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible 

The collision happened less than a week after another cyclist died in a fatal collision in Marsh Way. 

Anyone with dashcam footage of the incident should contact police on 101 tweet @MetCC quoting 4000/19Jan. 

To remain anonymous call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. 

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