Police Release CCTV of Two Men After Alleged Sexual Assault in Southend Nightclub

Essex Police have released CCTV footage of two men they wish to speak to in connection with an alleged sexual assault at a nightclub in Southend-on-Sea. Incident Details The alleged assault occurred at the Sunrooms2 nightclub, located in Market Place, at approximately midnight on December 18, 2024. A woman reported being sexually assaulted during the […]
Urgent Appeal to Locate Missing 12-Year-Old Girl from Waltham Abbey

Essex Police have issued an urgent appeal to locate 12-year-old Isabelle Lindsay-Nandra, who has been reported missing from Waltham Abbey. Isabelle, who is also known as ‘Bella,’ was last seen on January 1, 2025. Authorities are increasingly concerned for her safety and are asking for the public’s help to find her. Description and Last Seen […]
Three Arrested Following Fatal Collision in Buckhurst Hill

Three individuals have been arrested in connection with a fatal collision in Buckhurst Hill on Christmas Eve, as police continue to investigate and appeal for information. The Incident Emergency services were called to Palmerston Road shortly after 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, December 24, following reports of a collision involving a pedestrian and a grey Jaguar […]
Police Appeal for Witnesses Following Fatal Collision in Harwich

Officers from Essex Police are appealing for witnesses and information following a fatal collision on Main Road, near the junction with King George’s Avenue, in Harwich. The incident, involving a silver Ford Transit Courier van and a pedestrian, occurred at approximately 7:40 am on Wednesday, 27 November. The pedestrian, a man in his 80s, was […]
Dartford Crossing Closed Overnight Due to Tanker Fire and Explosion Risk

The Dartford Crossing was closed overnight on Christmas Day following a tanker fire near the QEII Bridge, which posed a “risk of explosion.” Traffic was severely disrupted as emergency services worked to manage the situation. Closure Details National Highways first reported the closure at 11:21 p.m. on December 25. The incident resulted in the southbound […]
QE2 Bridge Closed After Tanker Incident Underneath Dartford Crossing

Emergency services have been called to the QE2 Bridge on Christmas Day following reports of a tanker carrying a large quantity of gasoline becoming involved in an incident beneath the structure. The bridge has been closed as fire crews and police work to manage the situation. Essex Fire and Rescue and Essex Police were […]
Fatal Collision in Buckhurst Hill: Police Appeal for Witnesses

Police are appealing for information following a tragic collision in Buckhurst Hill this morning, Tuesday, 24 December 2024, which claimed the life of a woman in her 60s. Emergency services were called to Palmerston Road shortly after 7:30am following reports of a collision involving a pedestrian and a car. Despite the best efforts of paramedics, […]
Police Taser Investigation Absolves Essex Officers in 29-Year-Old’s Death

A comprehensive police taser investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has concluded that Essex Police officers acted appropriately during an incident that led to a man’s death in 2022. Key Investigation Findings The investigation centered on the death of 29-year-old Sali Byberi following police contact in Braintree on November 21, 2022. […]
First Picture as Tributes Paid to “Beautiful Young Soul” After Tragic Death in South Ockendon

The family of a five-year-old boy who tragically died in an incident in Windstar Drive have paid tribute to him as a “beautiful young soul who will be missed every day.” Emergency services, including police officers and medics, were called to the address shortly after 3pm on Sunday, 15 December, following reports of serious concerns […]
Emergency Services Respond to ‘Serious Incident’ in South Ockendon Housing Estate

Emergency services rushed to a housing estate in South Ockendon on Sunday afternoon following reports of a “serious incident.” Essex Police confirmed they are on the scene alongside other emergency services. Road Closures and Access Restrictions The incident occurred on Windstar Drive, near Ockendon railway station and a major distribution centre for retailer Next. Police […]
Mother Killed After Car Mounts Pavement in Westcliff Tragedy

A mother has tragically died, and her daughter injured, after a car mounted a pavement and struck them in Westcliff near Southend-on-Sea, just days before Christmas. The incident occurred on St John’s Road at the junction with Hamlet Court Road at approximately 5:30 PM on December 12. Witnesses reported the car, a black Suzuki Splash, […]
Man in His 20s Dies in M25 Junction 29 Romford Crash

A man in his 20s tragically died following a collision involving a car and a pedestrian at Junction 29 of the M25 near Romford. The incident occurred at approximately 12:00 PM on Thursday, December 12. Emergency services, including officers from the Metropolitan Police and Essex Police, attended the scene alongside paramedics. Despite their efforts, the […]
Life changing collision on M25 near Romford

A serious crash on the M25 has caused significant disruption, leading to the closure of the motorway in both directions between J29 (A127 Romford/Basildon) and J28 (A12 Brentwood/Brook Street Roundabout). Emergency Services at the Scene Emergency services, including Essex Police and National Highways Traffic Officers, are currently on-site managing the situation and assisting with traffic. […]
West Ham Star Michail Antonio Undergoes Surgery After Horrific Car Crash

West Ham forward Michail Antonio has undergone surgery for a lower-limb fracture following a serious car accident in Essex on Saturday afternoon, the club has confirmed. The 33-year-old striker was airlifted to a London hospital after his Ferrari was involved in a single-vehicle collision on High Road, Epping. Images shared on social media showed the […]
Police Appeal for Witnesses After Serious Collision in Epping

Essex Police are appealing for witnesses and dash cam footage following a serious collision involving a Ferrari on Coppice Row, Epping, on Saturday, 7 December 2024. Incident Details Emergency services were called shortly after 12:50 p.m. to reports of a single-vehicle collision. The driver of the Ferrari was taken to the hospital for treatment, […]
West Ham Star Michail Antonio Hospitalised After Ferrari Crash in Essex

West Ham Star Michail Antonio Hospitalized After Ferrari Crash in Essex West Ham United footballer Michail Antonio was hospitalized after his Ferrari crashed into a tree on Coppice Row in Theydon Bois, Essex, earlier today. The accident occurred near the home of the club’s chairman, David Sullivan. The Incident The crash, reported around 1 p.m., […]
Dispersal Order Issued in Harlow Amid Large Car Meet Concerns

A dispersal order is now in place in Harlow, Essex, in response to a large car meet event. The order, aimed at preventing reckless driving and anti-social behavior, is effective from 12:01 AM to 6:00 AM on Saturday, 7 December. Purpose of the Order The dispersal order is part of a proactive policing strategy […]
M25 Closed After Serious Head-On Collision Involving Van and Car

The M25 in Essex has been closed anti-clockwise between Junction 27 (M11) and Junction 26 (Waltham Abbey) following a serious road traffic collision involving a van and a car. Incident Details The accident occurred at approximately 4:00 AM on Monday morning when one of the vehicles was reported to be traveling in the wrong direction. […]