Purfleet Crash: Teenage Boy, 17, Dies at Scene as Man Arrested
A teenage boy has tragically died and a man has been arrested following a fatal collision on London Road in Purfleet, south Essex. Emergency services were called at around 10.15pm last night (Thursday, April 24) to reports of a two-car crash near the Stonehouse Corner roundabout. Despite the best efforts of paramedics and first […]
ITV to Air Documentary on Essex Police Investigation into Luke D’Wit
A high-profile Essex Police murder investigation will be the subject of a new prime-time documentary series airing on ITV next week. The Essex Millionaire Murders tells the harrowing story of Carol and Stephen Baxter’s deaths on 9 April 2023, at their home in West Mersea. The case, described as one of Essex Police’s most complex […]
Southend Police Appeal for Witnesses Following Assault in Southchurch Park
Detectives from Southend CID are appealing for witnesses and information as they continue to investigate a serious assault that took place in Southend last month. The incident occurred at around 10:30pm on Saturday, 22 March 2025, in Southchurch Park. It was reported that a man in his 30s was attacked by a group of […]
Teenage Girl Killed in Fatal A12 Crash as Police Launch Urgent Investigation
A teenage girl has tragically died following a serious crash on the A12 near Colchester on Tuesday evening (April 22), prompting a police investigation and hours-long road closure. The incident occurred at approximately 7pm between junctions 27 and 29, where emergency services responded to reports of a collision involving a car and a pedestrian. […]
ITV True-Crime Documentary Sheds Light on Chilling Essex Millionaire Murders
The tragic and harrowing story behind one of Essex Police’s most complex murder investigations is the subject of a new two-part ITV true-crime documentary titled Essex Millionaire Murders. The programme explores the chilling events surrounding the deaths of Carol and Stephen Baxter, a wealthy couple found dead in their West Mersea home on 9 April […]
A12 Eastbound Closed Following Serious Collision in Essex
Motorists travelling on the A12 in Essex are facing significant delays after a serious road traffic collision forced the closure of the eastbound carriageway between Junction 15 (Webbs Farm Interchange) and Junction 17 (Howe Green Interchange). The closure was implemented to allow for emergency services and Essex Police to carry out investigation work. The […]
Passenger Ejected from Ryanair Flight at Stansted Airport After Luggage Dispute
A man was forcibly removed from a Ryanair flight at Stansted Airport after reportedly refusing to pay for extra undeclared luggage and attempting to board the plane without authorisation. The incident, captured on video by fellow passengers, unfolded at the departure gate when the man allegedly refused to pay a fee for excess baggage […]
A12 Closed in Both Directions Near Colchester Following Serious Incident
A serious incident has forced the closure of the A12 in both directions between Junctions 27 (Spring Lane Interchange) and 29 (Crown Interchange) near Colchester, Essex. Emergency services, including Essex Police, the East of England Ambulance Service, and the East Anglian Air Ambulance, are currently on the scene. Details of the incident have not […]
Tributes Paid to Devoted Dad Killed in A120 Motorbike Crash as Family Launch Fundraiser
The heartbroken family of a “devoted father and fiancé” have paid tribute to Gavin, 42, who tragically lost his life in a motorcycle collision on the A120 on Wednesday, April 16. Gavin, a much-loved partner, father-of-four, son, brother and friend, died instantly at the scene, leaving behind a devastated family and a community reeling […]
Police Appeal for Dash Cam Footage After Multi-Vehicle Crash Near Dartford Crossing
Essex Police have launched an appeal for witnesses and dash cam footage following a multi-vehicle collision that occurred near the Dartford Crossing. The crash happened at around midday on Friday (April 18) on the A282, just before the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge in Purfleet. Three vehicles were involved in the incident: a silver Mercedes, a […]
Senior Essex Police Officer Sacked for Sexual Misconduct After Gross Misconduct Hearing
A former senior officer with Essex Police has been dismissed without notice after a disciplinary panel found he engaged in sexual behaviour without consent and abused his position for a sexual purpose. Tom Simons, a former Chief Superintendent, was found to have committed gross misconduct following an investigation and hearing overseen by the Independent […]
Serial Shoplifter Jailed After String of Thefts
A man has been jailed after admitting to 14 shop thefts across Southend and Westcliff. David Lindner, 30, of the Clarence Road area of Southend, was arrested on 13 April after being recognised by a Southend Neighbourhood Policing Team officer while in Warrior Square. He was known to be wanted in connection with multiple […]
Double Tragedy on A120 as Two Motorcyclists Killed in Separate Crashes Hours Apart
Two men have tragically died following separate fatal collisions involving motorcycles on the A120 in Essex, just hours apart on the afternoon of Wednesday, April 16. Emergency services were first called at around 3:00pm to a single-vehicle crash involving a motorcycle between Braintree and Coggeshall. Despite the best efforts of paramedics, the 20-year-old rider was […]
Five Arrested in Basildon and Southend Vehicle Theft Raids as Police Target Organised Crime
Five men have been arrested and a property shut down following a series of coordinated early morning police raids across Basildon, Southend, Westcliff, and Leigh, targeting a suspected organised vehicle theft ring. Officers from five different policing teams carried out simultaneous warrants in the early hours of Tuesday morning, smashing down doors using […]
Reason for QE2 Bridge Closure Revealed: Dartford Crossing Shut for Three Hours Over Welfare Concern
The QE2 Bridge at the Dartford Crossing was closed for more than three hours in the early hours of this morning following concerns for a woman’s welfare, police have confirmed. The closure began shortly after 1:20am on Monday, April 14, when emergency services were alerted to the incident. A spokesperson for Essex Police said: “In […]
Breaking: Traffic being held on M25 QE2 Bridge Due to Police Incident
Motorists travelling clockwise on the M25 are facing significant disruption this morning after all traffic was temporarily held on the QE2 Bridge due to an ongoing police incident due to a concern for welfare. The incident, reported shortly after 1:15 am, has brought traffic to a complete standstill between Junction 31 (A1306 Lakeside/Purfleet) and Junction […]
Three Arrested in Investigation into Large-Scale Charity Clothes Theft
Three people have been arrested as part of an investigation into the large-scale theft of clothing donated to charity, following a police raid at an industrial unit in Purfleet earlier this month. The arrests stem from a warrant executed by Harlow Local Policing Team (LPT) on Friday, 4 April, with assistance from teams across […]
Motorcyclist in Serious Condition After Collision With Van on Busy Harlow Road
A motorcyclist has been rushed to hospital with serious injuries following a collision with a van on Sheering Road near Harlow. Emergency services were called to the scene at around 12:45pm on Saturday (April 12), after receiving reports of a serious road traffic collision. Essex Police responded alongside crews from the East of England […]
