Brighton And Hove Albion To Pay Tribute To Police Officer And Seagulls Fan Killed In Line Of Duty

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Brighton & Hove Albion will pay tribute to a police officer who died following a crash while responding to an emergency call.

PC Bradley Corke, 27, from Hastings, died on 21 March after the incident on the A20 London Road in Farningham, near Swanley, two days earlier.

A second officer who was in the same vehicle remains in a critical condition.

Corke was a dedicated Albion supporter and season ticket holder.

Chief executive Paul Barber said the club was “deeply saddened” by the loss, describing him as a “true Brighton & Hove Albion supporter killed in the line of duty”.

He added that the tragedy had been “heartbreaking” for Corke’s family and friends, offering condolences on behalf of the club.

A tribute will take place during Albion’s home match against Chelsea on Tuesday evening.

In a heartfelt message, Bradley’s brother Nathan described him as the “kindest soul” and spoke of their shared love of following Albion home and away — including memorable matches under Roberto De Zerbi and European trips.

He said those moments would stay with him forever, adding: “I love you, Brad, and I will always continue to make you proud.”

Kent Police say the crash involved a marked Ford Focus police car and a Volkswagen Scirocco at the junction with Button Street.