THE police investigation into a fatal collision in Wickford is continuing today (Wednesday, 2 April).

Essex Police officers were called to the incident in Southend Road at 9pm on Tuesday (1 April), which involved a car and a motorbike. 

Southend Road was closed between Hill Avenue and Hawkins Close while emergency services dealt with the incident.

Police have confirmed that the motorbike rider, a man aged in his 30s, has died. His family are aware and are being supported.

As part of this investigation, a man has been arrested on suspicion of causing of death by careless driving.

An Essex Police statement says: "We continue to appeal for witnesses to the incident or anyone who has dashcam or doorbell footage to please come forward as soon as possible. 

"You can get in touch by submitting a report on our website or by using our online Live Chat service which is available 24 hours-a-day, seven days-a-week.

"It can be found at the bottom right of our homepage at www.essex.police.uk.

"Alternatively, you can call us on 101.

"Please cite incident 1183 of 1 April."