A tragic accident in Purleigh has claimed the life of a young man, prompting police investigations and an arrest.
Purleigh: A young man lost his life in a serious crash on a country road in Essex. Another man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. It’s a tough situation, and the police are looking into what happened.
The accident took place on Hackmans Lane early Monday morning. Officers arrived shortly after 2:30 AM, but sadly, the man in his 20s was pronounced dead at the scene. His family has been notified, which is just heartbreaking.
Another man, also in his 20s and from Brentwood, was taken into custody. He’s suspected of causing the crash and driving while unfit due to drink or drugs. He’s been released but is still under investigation.
The road was closed for several hours while the police did their work, but it’s now back open. Essex Police are asking anyone who might have dash-cam footage or saw the crash to reach out. They want to gather as much information as possible.
If you have any info, you can report it on their website or use their Live Chat service, which is available 24/7. You can also call them at 101 and mention the reference number they provided.
