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# What to do in the event of an accident, fire or theft

Gather the details of any other party or parties involved including witnesses (if applicable) including their name, address, vehicle registration number, insurance company, and contact number.

Take photographs of the vehicles, their positions and any damage visible if safe to do so. Obtain any dash camera footage (or any other form of visual recording) covering the period of, and immediately prior to any incident.

Contact our claims assistant team:

UK based 24/7 claims assist line: **0333 555 590** (if calling from abroad please dial: **+44 (0)1702 444312)**

Email: [Claims@kgmus.co.uk](mailto:Claims@kgmus.co.uk)

Address: 2nd Floor St James House, 27-43 Eastern Road, Romford, RM1 3NH.

 

 

**Please have your policy number ready when contacting us.**

 

 

**Please note** : if your vehicle has been involved in an incident involving theft or attempted theft then you must also notify the police immediately and obtain a crime reference number.

 

 

 

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