Two killed as car hits group of cyclists
Two cyclists were killed and a third injured after being struck by a car in Cobham, Kent. Three individuals have been arrested in connection with the incident, which is currently under police investigation.
Why it matters
This incident highlights ongoing road safety concerns and the legal consequences of dangerous driving in residential areas.
Image source, Kent Police Image caption, The road was closed while police investigated what happened
Three people have been arrested after a car crashed into a group of cyclists, killing two riders.
Kent Police said a white Ford Focus was travelling along Sole Street in Cobham near Gravesend just before 07:50 BST on Sunday when it was involved in a collision with three cyclists.
Two of the cyclists - a man in his 60s and woman in her 50s - were confirmed dead by emergency services on the scene, the force added.
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