KENT Police are appealing for witnesses after two men were found lying in the road at Sellindge, between Folkestone and Ashford.

One of them was pronounced dead at the scene, on the Ashford-bound side of the A20 close to the Port Lympne wild animal park turn. The other man was taken to the William Harvey Hospital at Ashford.

The men were discovered at about 8am on Sunday. Police officers believe they were involved in a road traffic incident, but are investigating the circumstances.

Anyone with any information is asked to telephone officers on 01622 690690.