A tragic incident in Essex has resulted in the death of a young boy following a collision with a lorry. The fatal accident occurred on Epping Road in Ongar around 4:20 pm on Friday. A 48-year-old man from Derbyshire was taken into custody on suspicion of causing serious injuries through dangerous driving.
Essex Police reported that the child succumbed to his injuries at the hospital, leading to the driver’s subsequent arrest on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. The family of the deceased boy is receiving support from specialized officers during this difficult time.
The arrested man has been released on bail until mid-September as the investigation by law enforcement officers remains ongoing. Authorities are urging anyone with relevant information or footage of the incident to come forward to assist in the inquiry.
The Serious Collision Investigation Unit is spearheading the investigation and is particularly interested in receiving dash cam footage or witness testimonies from individuals who were in the area at the time of the tragic event. If you possess any information that could aid in the investigation, please contact the authorities and reference incident number 1045 dated July 10.