Five people have now been arrested after an officer was involved in a collision with a car that allegedly failed to stop at the scene in

The incident took place at 3.16pm on Friday 26 January 2024 in Coulter Road, near the junction with Hedgers Way.

The officer, who was on foot at the time carrying out speed checks, sustained serious but not life-threatening injuries and was taken to a local hospital, from where he has since been discharged to continue his recovery at home.

Officers from the Kent and Essex Serious Crime Directorate carried out checks in Coulter Road on Friday 2 February, speaking to drivers and pedestrians to see if they could help the ongoing investigation.

Anyone with information about the collision or who may have seen a silver Vauxhall Vectra in the area at the time of the incident is urged to call 01843 222289 quoting reference 46/14411/24, or visit the appeal page on our website: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/4601020124N02-PO1

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or complete the online form on their website.