A man in his 30s has tragically died following a fatal two-vehicle collision on Northend Road in Gestingthorpe, near Halstead.
The incident occurred shortly before midday on Friday, 14 March, prompting an immediate response from emergency services and members of the public, who tried desperately to save the motorcyclist’s life. Despite their efforts, the man was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
The road was closed for several hours as police, paramedics, and forensic teams carried out investigations and ensured the area was made safe.
Appeal for Witnesses and Dashcam Footage
Essex Police are now urging anyone who may have information or footage that could help the investigation to come forward.
“We are appealing for anyone who witnessed the collision or has CCTV, dashcam or any other relevant footage to contact us as soon as possible,” a spokesperson said.
Information can be submitted:
- Online via Live Chat, available 24/7 on the Essex Police website: www.essex.police.uk
- By completing a report at www.essex.police.uk/digital101
- Or by calling 101, quoting the incident date and location.
In emergencies, residents are reminded to always dial 999.
Anonymous Reports
Anyone wishing to remain anonymous can contact Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or via their website or @CrimestoppersUK on X (Twitter).
Community in Mourning
Local residents have expressed their condolences and sadness following the tragic incident. Floral tributes have begun appearing near the site of the crash, as the community mourns the loss of a life taken too soon.
Further updates will be issued by Essex Police as the investigation continues.
