A pensioner who was hit by a car as she crossed the road has died from her injuries.

Rose Guppy, 70, was in collision with a Vauxhall Cavalier as she crossed the A22 Lewes Road, East Grinstead, at 8am yesterday.

The car failed to stop but a 25-year-old Uckfield man later contacted police.

Mrs Guppy, of Benchfield Close, East Grinstead, was taken to hospital but later died from her injuries.

A Sussex Police spokeswoman said: "We would like to hear from witnesses, especially anyone who can tell us about the position of the sun at that time of day."

Anyone who can help is asked to call 0845 6070999.