Serious Crash on Clacton Road in St Osyth
Emergency services rushed to a major smash involving a car and motorcycle on Clacton Road, St Osyth, this afternoon. The collision happened just after 2pm on Saturday, 12 April, sparking a full emergency response and forcing the road to shut as crews worked at the scene.
Man Hospitalised with Serious Injuries
A man involved in the crash was taken to hospital with serious injuries, Essex Police confirmed. No further details about his condition or identity have been released yet.
Police Launch Appeal for Witnesses
Essex Police are urgently seeking witnesses to help with their investigation. They want anyone who saw the crash or has dashcam footage from the area around the time of the incident to come forward.
“We’re on the scene of a serious collision on Clacton Road, St Osyth. The road is closed as emergency services deal with the incident. A man has been taken to hospital with serious injuries,” a police spokesperson said.
How to Help Police Investigate
If you witnessed the crash or have dashcam footage, report it to Essex Police immediately. You can get in touch by:
- Submitting a report online at Essex Police website
- Using the 24/7 Live Chat service on the website (bottom-right corner)
- Calling 101 and quoting incident 676 of 11 April
The road remains closed, and motorists are advised to avoid the area and find alternative routes. Police have yet to say how long the closure will last.
