Police Face Whopping £1.7 Million Bill Over Epping Protests
Essex Police are staring down a massive £1.7 million policing bill as protests in Epping rage on. The uproar kicked off after asylum seeker Hadush Kebatu was charged with sexual offences in July, sparking relentless demonstrations outside england/the-bell/”>england/the-bell/”>The Bell Hotel, where Kebatu was housed before he was locked up. Thousands Flood the Streets Over […]
Shoebury Mum Praises Essex Police After Child Sex Offender Jailed for 13 Years
A Shoebury mum has thanked Essex Police for their “amazing support, understanding and dedication” after a man was locked up for nearly 14 years Overover horrific child sexual offences. Justice at Last for Survivors “We’ve been heard and have got justice thanks to the incredible work of Essex Police,” the brave mum said. She praised […]
23-Year-Old Caught After Woman Raped and Stabbed Near Essex Park
Brutal Night Attack Near Essex Park Horror struck near Villa Road Recreation Ground in Essex late Monday. A woman was raped and then stabbed while desperately trying to flee. The assault happened around 10:45pm when a man approached the victim. Despite serious injuries, she is expected to survive and is currently in hospital. Suspect […]
Man Dies After Early Morning Collision on A414 Near King Street
A man has died following a serious collision on the A414 near King Street in the early hours of this morning. This early morning collision has resulted in a fatality, highlighting the dangers of driving during less visible hours. Indeed, a man dies after an early morning collision, serving as a stark reminder of road […]
A414 closed after serious collision between Chelmsford and Ongar
Police have closed the A414 in both directions this morning following a serious collision between Chelmsford and Ongar. The A414 closed after a serious collision between Chelmsford and Ongar has caused significant disruption. Emergency services were called to the scene shortly before 3.30am on Friday (5 September). The A414 is expected to remain shut […]
Two Indian Students Killed, Five Injured in Essex Roundabout Crash
Two Indian students have died and five others were injured after a two-vehicle crash at the Rayleigh Spur roundabout on the A130 near Wickford in the early hours of Monday morning. The victims were named as Chaitanya Tarre and Rishi Teja Rapolu, both in their 20s. Emergency services were called shortly after 4.15am on 1 […]
Two Charged After Restrictions Breached at Epping Migrant Hotel Protest
Two people have been charged after police said restrictions were breached during a protest outside Epping Forest District Council’s civic offices. Around 200 demonstrators gathered at the building from 6pm on Sunday, 31 August, days after the Government won a court challenge allowing 138 asylum seekers to continue being housed at the Bell Hotel. Police […]
Three Arrested as Police Facilitate Protest in Epping
Three Arrested as Police Facilitate Protest in Epping Police say three people were arrested as they facilitated a large protest in Epping on the evening of Sunday, 31 August. Arrests Made Essex Police confirmed that two men and one woman were taken into custody: A woman, arrested at the Civic Centre, on suspicion of breaching […]
M11 Near Harlow closed after Motorcyclist Dies Following Serious Collision
A man has sadly died following a serious collision on the M11 near Harlow this afternoon (Sunday, 17 August 2025). Emergency services were called shortly before 3.50pm to reports of a collision involving a car and a motorbike on the southbound carriageway, close to Junction 7. Despite the efforts of paramedics, the motorbike rider was […]
Serious Five-Vehicle Collision Closes M11 in Both Directions Near Chigwell
The M11 has been closed in both directions near Chigwell following a serious collision involving five vehicles. The crash happened at approximately 4:55pm between Junction 4 (A406, North Circular Road) and Junction 6 (M25), close to Theydon Bois. Emergency services, including Essex Police, Essex Fire & Rescue, and National Highways Traffic Officers, are at the […]
Speeding Lamborghini Driver Banned After Being Caught at 140mph on A120
A Lamborghini driver has been banned from the roads for almost two months after being clocked at 140mph by Essex Police’s Roads Policing Unit. Officers were carrying out speed checks on the A120 near Takeley on Saturday 4 January when they detected the high-performance Lamborghini Urus travelling at more than double the legal limit. Traffic […]
Police Close Probe into Death of Former Gogglebox Star George Gilbey
Essex Police have confirmed that two men arrested on suspicion of gross negligence manslaughter in connection with the death of Gogglebox star George Gilbey have been cleared of any wrongdoing and will face no further action. The 40-year-old self-employed electrician died in March 2024 following an incident at a warehouse in Shoebury. Emergency services were […]
Asylum Seeker at Epping Hotel Charged with Sexual Assault Amid Ongoing Protests
A Syrian national living at an asylum seeker hotel in Epping has been charged with multiple offences, including sexual assault, just weeks after a separate case involving another migrant sparked large-scale protests outside the property. Mohammed Sharwarq, 32, who resides at The Bell Hotel, faces: Two counts of common assault Four counts of assault by […]
M25 Closed ‘All Day’ After Tyre-Laden Lorry Fire Between Romford and Dartford
A major section of the M25 is closed in both directions after a lorry carrying tyres caught fire between junction 29 (Romford) and junction 30 (Dartford) shortly after 1:00pm today. The HGV, travelling clockwise, was engulfed in flames, with thick black smoke from the burning tyres visible for miles. Dramatic footage shows the vehicle parked […]
Epping Council Takes High Court Action to Shut Migrant Hotel Amid Rising Tensions
Epping Forest District Council has launched a High Court bid to close The Bell Hotel in Epping, which has been used to house asylum seekers for several weeks, following escalating local protests and political pressure. Legal documents submitted to the High Court in London on Tuesday warn of “the clear risk of further escalating community […]
Police Appeal for Witnesses After Fatal A12 Collision in Boreham
Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision between a car and a lorry on the A12 northbound near Boreham in the early hours of Friday, 8 August. Emergency services were called to the scene, between junctions 19 and 20, shortly after 2:45am. Despite the efforts of paramedics, the driver of the car – […]
Tribute Paid to 97-Year-Old Mike Gibson Following Fatal Chelmsford Collision
Heartfelt tributes have been paid to Mike Gibson, a “beloved uncle” and respected former Marconi engineer, who died aged 97 after being involved in a collision while cycling in Pump Lane, Chelmsford. The incident occurred at around 11:30am on Tuesday, 22 July, when Mr Gibson’s bicycle was in collision with a car. He was taken […]
Swan Rescued from Road by Essex Police Officer
Swan Rescued from Road by Essex Police Officer Overview An Essex Police officer experienced his own “Hot Fuzz moment” after being dispatched to rescue a stray swan from the middle of a busy road. PC Jed Raven, the force’s heritage and wildlife crime officer, was called to Colchester where the swan had found itself in […]
