Kent Police Renew Appeal for Third Vehicle Witnesses Following Serious Edenbridge Collision
Investigators seek information about an additional vehicle present during the April collision on Ide Hill Road that left a motorcyclist with serious injuries.
Kent Police have renewed their appeal for witnesses after identifying a third vehicle present during a serious collision in Edenbridge that left a motorcyclist with grave injuries more than six weeks ago.
The collision occurred on Ide Hill Road on Thursday, 2 April at about 5:30 pm, involving a blue Ford Puma and a Yamaha FZ6 motorcycle. But investigators have now confirmed another vehicle was in the area at the time of the incident.
The Collision Details
A man in his 30s riding the motorcycle sustained serious injuries and was transported to a London hospital for treatment following the collision. The South East Coast Ambulance Service attended the scene alongside police officers.
The Ford Puma driver – a 37-year-old local woman – was arrested on suspicion of drink driving, driving while unfit, and causing serious injury by dangerous driving.
She’s been released on bail pending further enquiries.
Why the Renewed Appeal Matters
Six weeks on, police are still hunting for witnesses. That tells you something about how complex this case has become.
The identification of a third vehicle suggests investigators have uncovered fresh evidence – potentially crucial evidence. Officers want dashcam footage and witness accounts from anyone travelling through the area around 5:30 pm that Thursday evening. Even the smallest details could crack this investigation wide open.
The Investigation Continues
Kent Police completed their initial scene examination weeks ago. But ongoing enquiries revealed the presence of this additional vehicle. The force is asking anyone with information to contact their appeal line on 01622 604100, quoting reference 46/52555/26.
What looked like a straightforward two-vehicle smash has become something more complex. And that’s often how these investigations develop – new evidence emerges, witnesses come forward, the picture changes.
Key Takeaways
- Police have identified a third vehicle present during the serious Edenbridge collision on 2 April
- A motorcyclist in his 30s sustained grave injuries and remains in hospital treatment
- The Ford Puma driver was arrested and released on bail pending further enquiries
What This Means for Kent Residents
Anyone who regularly travels through Edenbridge – particularly along Ide Hill Road – should check their dashcam footage from the evening of 2 April around 5:30 pm. You might not have witnessed the collision directly, but your footage could’ve captured that third vehicle police are hunting for. Records show witness testimony often proves vital in serious collision investigations, so even if it seems minor, contact Kent Police on 01622 604100 with reference 46/52555/26.
Source: @kent_police
Published: 13 May 2026