Pedestrian with life-changing injuries after collision in Langenhoe

Police want to hear from anyone who saw what happened or has information.

Author: Ellie RobsonPublished 22nd Oct 2025

Police are appealing for help as they investigate a serious collision involving a car and a pedestrian in Langenhoe, near Colchester.

The incident took place on Mersea Road at around 5.40am on Tuesday (30 September) 2025.

A man, who was walking at the time, sustained serious life-changing injuries and remains in hospital.

The crash involved an orange Vauxhall Corsa car. Officers closed the road for several hours to carry out enquiries at the scene.

The investigation is ongoing and police are keen to hear from anyone who may have information about the collision.

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