A man in his 40s has died following a crash in Epsom.

On Sunday (May 21) at around 12:15am police were called to the scene of a crash on South Street.

A man, 44, was taken to hospital after he was found unresponsive in the road and died in hospital on the afternoon of May 25.

The man was involved in a crash with a vehicle and the driver allegedly failed to stop at the scene.

Police are appealing for anyone with information or who was in the South Street area between 12-12:15am to come forward with information.

Anyone with information should contact Surrey Police using the reference PR/45230055312 or by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 if wishing to remain anonymous.

A spokesperson for Surrey Police said: “The pedestrian involved in a road traffic collision on South Street in Epsom last Sunday (21 May), has sadly died in hospital.

“Officers were called to South Street at around 12.15am after a man was found unresponsive in the road.

“He was involved in a collision with a vehicle, the driver of which failed to stop at the scene.

“The pedestrian, a 44-year-old man from Epsom, was taken to hospital but sadly died yesterday afternoon (25 May).

“Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this difficult time.

“We are appealing for information from anyone who was in the vicinity of South Street, whether on foot, driving or as a passenger in a vehicle between 12 – 12.15am on Sunday, 21 May, to contact us as they may have information which could help our enquiries.

“Please contact us quoting PR/45230055312 via:

- Webchat on our website

- Our online reporting tool

- Calling us on 101

“If you do not wish to leave your name, please call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”