Woman in hospital after incident involving bin lorry in Billericay
Emergency services were called out to Chapel Street yesterday afternoon
A woman is in hospital after an incident involving a bin lorry in Billericay,
Emergency services were called out to Chapel Street at around 1pm on Tuesday (6 October) including Essex Police, the East of England Ambulance Service, and the Essex and Herts Air Ambulance.
The woman was taken by road to the Royal London Hospital for further treatment, and the investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Basildon Council has expressed support for Essex Police's inquiry with Council leader Andy Barnes stating:
"Our thoughts are with the member of the public involved in this incident and their family at this difficult time.
"We are working closely with Essex Police and supporting their investigation. As enquiries are ongoing, it would not be appropriate to speculate on the circumstances surrounding the incident.
"I would also like to thank the emergency services for their swift response and professionalism, as well as Council staff who attended the scene and continue to assist with the ongoing investigation."
Support has also been provided to Council staff involved in and affected by the incident.