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Cyclist killed in Northfleet crash named for first time as Leroy Norton, 78

By: Luke May

Published: 12:11, 20 November 2019

Updated: 12:12, 20 November 2019

A factory worker killed in a crash has been named for the first time.

Leroy Norton died when his bicycle was involved in a crash with two other cars in Northfleet High Street.

Leroy Norton died after a crash in Northfleet High Street. Picture: Kent Police (11510595)

The 78-year-old, who was born in Guyana, died from traumatic head injuries caused by a road traffic collision, an inquest heard on Tuesday.

The crash involved a grey Toyota Prius, a green Ford Fiesta and Mr Norton's bicycle. It happened at around 11.30pm on May 30 at the junction with Vicarage Drive.

Police arrested a 33-year-old man from Gravesend on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and driving whilst unfit through alcohol or drugs.

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He was released from custody in June under investigation.

Kent Police says it is still investigating the crash.

For more information on why we cover inquests, click here.

Read more: All the latest news from Gravesend.

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