December 18th 2024.
A tragic incident occurred on the busy M25 motorway in Essex, resulting in the closure of the road for most of the day. It was reported that a man in his 20s had been hit by a car and unfortunately lost his life. The man had been walking on the motorway when the collision occurred, and what makes this situation even more tragic is that he had just been arrested moments before.
According to reports, the man had been stopped by Essex Police on the clockwise carriageway and was asked to take a roadside drug test. This led to his arrest on suspicion of drug driving. However, before the test could even be completed, the man was struck by a passing car. Despite the best efforts of paramedics and police officers at the scene, the man was pronounced dead.
As a result of this tragic incident, the police have made a mandatory referral to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), the police watchdog. Chief Superintendent Simon Anslow expressed his condolences to the man's family and friends during this difficult time. He also stated that the IOPC has taken on the investigation independently, in order to ensure transparency.
The closure of the M25 between junctions J29 and J28 caused significant delays and was a cause for concern for the public. The road remained closed for almost 12 hours as investigators worked to determine the cause of the crash. Essex Police have assured the public that their officers, who were witnesses to this tragedy, are receiving support during this difficult time.
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