A man has died after being hit by a Tesla on Great Yarmouth's seafront.

The man in his 30s was walking on South Beach Parade, near Pleasure Beach Gardens, when the electric Model 3 collided with him at 9.43pm yesterday.

The pedestrian died at the scene as a result of his injuries.

The Tesla driver, in his 20s, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

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He was taken to Great Yarmouth Police Station where he remains.

Emergency services were seen blocking the area off for more than five hours before reopening at 2.40am.  

Police are now appealing to the public for witnesses or anyone who may have any relevant dashcam footage.

Anybody with information should contact Norfolk Police on 101 or via email at SCIU@norfolk.police.uk quoting reference NC-27082024-549.