A DRIVER who died when his BMW smashed into a tree and burst into flames has been identified.

Ben Finch, 42, from Lancing, died on Saturday November 29 in Selhurstpark Road, Goodwood.

A Sussex Police spokesman said today that DNA tests have confirmed his identity and his family has been informed.

Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward. In particular, officers would like to hear from the driver of a dark coloured Land Rover Defender 110 that is believed to have been nearby at the time.

Email collision.appeal@sussex.pnn.police.uk or phone 101, quoting Operation Ardara.