Police are appealing for witnesses to a fatal road traffic collision in Milton Keynes.

The incident happened last Wednesday (19/11) at around 6.45pm, when there was a collision between a white Seat Ibiza, a black Kia Picanto and a pedestrian on the B526 Northampton Road in Newport Pagnell.

Sadly, the pedestrian, a 78-year-old man from Lathbury, died at the scene.

The man’s next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specially trained officers.

A 67-year-old man from Wootton has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving and driving whilst over the prescribed limit of alcohol. He has been released on police bail.

Investigating officer Detective Sergeant Ed Crofts, from the Roads Policing Unit said, “I am grateful for all the members of public that stopped to assist at the scene of this tragic collision including an off-duty police officer and medic.

“I am looking for any witnesses that saw the white Seat travelling north from Newport Pagnell prior to the collision or the Kia that was travelling south to get in touch.

“If you have any information or footage, please contact us by submitting the footage via this link, https://unitedkingdom1cpp-portal.digital-policing.co.uk/serip/appeal/fatal-road-traffic-collision-lathbury-milton-keynes-1845-hrs-on-wed-19-nov-2025 or by calling 101 quoting reference number 43250591518.

“For those who prefer to remain anonymous, you can share what you know with Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111.”