Driver Arrested After Early Morning Crash at Festival Leisure Park
Police raced to Festival Leisure Park around 4.30am on Sunday, October 3, following reports of a disturbance. When officers arrived, the driver had already fled the scene.
Man Arrested on Serious Charges
After a swift search backed by the Essex Police Dog Unit, a 25-year-old London man was caught and arrested. He now faces charges including attempted murder, dangerous driving, and driving while unfit through drink or drugs. He remains in custody for questioning.
One Hospitalised with Serious Leg Injury
One victim was rushed to hospital suffering a serious leg injury. No further updates on their condition have been released.
Police Seek Witnesses and Footage
- Anyone who saw the incident or has dashcam or phone footage is urged to report it online or use the ‘Live Chat’ on the Essex Police website, available 7am-11am BST.
- Call Essex Police on 101, quoting incident 234 of October 3.
- Or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
