Teen Tragically Killed in Horror A12 Crash Near Colchester
A teenage girl has died following a serious collision on the A12 near Colchester on Tuesday evening, sparking a major police probe and lengthy road closures.
Fatal Crash Shuts Down A12
The tragic accident happened at around 7pm between junctions 27 and 29 when a car struck a pedestrian. Emergency services rushed to the scene, but the girl—believed to be in her late teens—was pronounced dead at the spot.
Police Launch Urgent Appeal for Witnesses
Essex Police confirmed the teenager’s death and said her family has been informed and is receiving support from specialist officers.
“We are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding this devastating collision. We are appealing to anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam footage from the area at the time to come forward and assist our investigation,” a police spokesperson said.
The A12 was closed for hours as emergency crews worked but has now reopened.
How You Can Help the Inquiry
If you saw the crash or have dashcam footage, Essex Police urges you to:
- Report online at www.essex.police.uk
- Use their 24/7 Live Chat service
- Call 101 quoting incident number 1008 of 22 April
Dashcam clips can also be submitted via Essex Police’s Digital 101 platform.
Community in Shock
The heartbreaking death has rocked the Colchester community, especially among local families and young people. Tributes have flooded in online, with many mourning the sudden loss.
More details will follow as police continue their investigation.
