Tragedy in Waltham Abbey: Two Dead After Car Crash

Essex Police have confirmed a fatal collision in Parklands, Waltham Abbey, has claimed two lives.

Crash Details and Victims

The smash happened just before 1pm yesterday near the junction with Congreve Road. A BMW and a Mini collided in what police describe as a serious incident.

The two people inside the Mini – a man in his 50s and a woman in her 30s – sadly died from their injuries.

Investigation Underway

No arrests have been made so far. Specialist officers are probing to figure out exactly what caused the crash.

Police have urged anyone who saw the collision or has dashcam footage to step forward and help with the investigation.

How to Help Police

  • Report online at essex.police.uk using the live chat function (7am–11pm)
  • Call 101 and quote incident 481 of January 10

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