Man arrested over fatal crash in Clacton

A man in his 60s passed away over the weekend

Author: Grace McGachyPublished 31st Mar 2025

A man has been arrested following a fatal crash in Clacton.

Essex Police say officers were called out to Old Road shortly before 11am on Saturday (29 March) following reports of a collision between a van and a pedestrian.

The pedestrian, a man aged in his 60s, from Clacton, suffered serious injuries and has since died in hospital.

A man, aged in his 60s, from Clacton, was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

He has been released under investigation while investigations continue.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Essex Police.

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