Coggeshall’s killer bypass has claimed another victim.

A man in his 20s from the Colchester area sadly died early this morning.

Essex Police said the collision happened when the man, who was driving a black Vauxhall Astra, collided with a lorry.

The collision happened shortly before 5.40am today on the A120 near the B1024 between Marks Tey and Braintree.

The road was closed for several hours but is due to reopen shortly.

Essex Police has appealed for witnesses to the collision or the circumstances leading up to it.

They have also thanked motorists for their patience.

Anyone who can help the police with their inquiries is asked to contact Pc Glenn Simons at Stanway Roads Policing Unit on Essex Police 101 or email collisionappeal@essex.pnn.police.uk