A driver has died after his car flipped in the early hours of this morning.

The 20-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene after losing control of his black VW Golf in Halstead near Sevenoaks.

A male passenger in the car suffered what are believed to be minor injuries.

Police are appealing for witnesses following the incident in Otford Lane near the junction with Knockholt Road shortly before 12.20am.

The family of the victim have been informed and the coroner’s office notified. No further details of the deceased are available at this time.

A Kent Police spokesman said: "The road was closed while emergency services, including the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, attended the incident and began an investigation.

"The road was re-opened by 3.30am."

Anyone with information should contact the witness appeal line on 01622 798 538.