East Grinstead man arrested on suspicion of ‘drink-driving, uninsured driving and possession of an offensive weapon in public’ after collision near Gatwick

A man from East Grinstead has been arrested on suspicion of ‘drink-driving, uninsured driving and possession of an offensive weapon in public’ after a collision near Gatwick, police have reported.

A Sussex Police spokesperson said: “Police are seeking witnesses after two cars collided at the junctions of Beehive Ring Road and Gatwick Road, close to Gatwick Airport.

“The incident involving a black Ford and a black Mercedes occurred around 3.55pm on 16 July.

“Specifically, officers are keen to speak to the drivers of a blue Mini (with white stripes), a white SUV and a white Caddy-style van who may have witnessed it.

Police are seeking witnesses after two cars collided at the junctions of Beehive Ring Road and Gatwick Road, close to Gatwick Airport. Picture courtesy of Googleplaceholder image
Police are seeking witnesses after two cars collided at the junctions of Beehive Ring Road and Gatwick Road, close to Gatwick Airport. Picture courtesy of Google

“Did you see what happened, or did you capture any relevant dash cam?

“Email [email protected] quoting serial 1197 of 16/07.

“A 55-year-old man from East Grinstead has been arrested on suspicion of drink-driving, uninsured driving and possession of an offensive weapon in public.

“He has been bailed until 17 September pending further enquiries.”

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