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. An 18-year-old man from Rainham was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. He remains in police custody as the investigation continues. The road was closed […]
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. Anyone with information is asked to email [email protected] or submit a report through Essex Police’s website or online Live Chat service, which is available 24 hours a day, seven […]
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. We are appealing to anyone who witnessed the crash, or who may have dashcam footage from the area at the time, to please come forward and […]
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).
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. Cabin crew promptly called airport security and Essex Police, who boarded the plane minutes later. The man was escorted off the aircraft without further […]
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.
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. His partner Mel and their four children — Ella, Bethany, Henry, and Leo — now face life without the man who was their […]
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. Despite denying all allegations, Mr Simons was found guilty of gross misconduct by a disciplinary panel chaired by Assistant Chief Constable John […]
Serial Shoplifter Jailed After String of Thefts
A man has been jailed after admitting to 14 shop thefts across Southend and Westcliff. Magistrates sentenced Lindner to four months in prison. He was also ordered to pay a £154 victim surcharge, and the court directed that the knife be destroyed. Lindner’s conviction comes as Essex Police continue to tackle shoplifting offences across […]
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 hydraulic […]
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 raid targeted a unit on London Road, where officers discovered a vast operation involving industrial equipment, including washing machines, conveyor belts, […]
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. The motorcyclist, a man in his 20s, sustained serious injuries and was treated at the scene before being transported by road to Addenbrooke’s Hospital for further care. His condition is described as serious […]
