A 54-year-old man has died after he was hit by a car transporter on the Thanet Way.

Police shut the London-bound carriageway near Dargate just after 9am this morning.

They have now confirmed the man, who was standing next to a grey Porsche Boxster parked off the carriageway, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Drivers suffered long delays after the accident on the London-bound carriageway near Dargate.

Both sides were initially shut, but the coast-bound carriageway reopened soon after.

Highways officials confirmed the London-bound carriageway reopened at 8.50pm.

Officers want to hear from anyone who witnessed the crash or saw the car transporter or the man standing next to the Porsche immediately beforehand.

A police spokesman said: "The London-bound carriageway between the Whitstable turn-off and Brenley corner will be closed for a number of hours.

"Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes."

A Kent Highways spokesman added: "Expect long delays in the surrounding areas. Please use alternative routes and allow extra time for your journey."

Anyone with information can call the appeal line on 01622 798538 quoting reference 10-0241. Alternatively email sciu.td@kent.pnn.police.uk.

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