Teenage Cyclist Injured in Basildon Crash as Woman Arrested on Suspicion of Drug Driving
Essex Police are appealing for witnesses after a 16-year-old cyclist was seriously injured in a crash on Eastmayne, Basildon, on Sunday evening.
Officers were called to the scene shortly after 6:35pm on 6 July following reports of a collision between a car and a teenage boy on a bicycle.
The cyclist was taken to hospital with a serious shoulder injury, though police confirm his condition is not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing.
Woman Arrested on Suspicion of Drug Driving
A 20-year-old woman from the Billericay area was arrested at the scene on suspicion of drug driving. She has since been released under investigation pending further enquiries.
A spokesperson for Essex Police – Basildon District said:
“We are continuing to investigate the circumstances of this incident and are urging anyone with information or footage to come forward.”
Witnesses and Footage Sought
Police are particularly interested in CCTV, dash cam, or mobile footage from around the time of the incident.
Anyone with relevant information is asked to:
- Submit a report via the Essex Police website
- Use the Live Chat service (available 24/7)
- Call 101, quoting incident 1076 of 6 July
Alternatively, anonymous tips can be provided through Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111 or crimestoppers-uk.org.
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