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Three Officers, Two Paramedics Injured in A130 Collision
10 Jan
Summary
- Emergency responders were injured when a van collided with them at an accident scene.
- One officer and one paramedic sustained serious injuries and remain hospitalized.
- Three men have been arrested in connection with the incident.
Emergency services in Essex were responding to a single-car collision on the A130 early this morning when a second incident occurred. While paramedics and off-duty officers were assisting a Nissan X-Trail, a white Ford Transit van collided with them.
Three police officers and two paramedics were injured in the collision and taken to the hospital. Tragically, one officer and one paramedic sustained serious injuries and remain under medical care. Investigations into the incident are ongoing, with police urging the public to avoid speculation.
Authorities have arrested three men in connection with the event. Charges include causing serious injury by dangerous driving, theft of a motor vehicle, and driving while unfit through drink or drugs. The A130 was temporarily closed but has since reopened.
