Essex Police are appealing for witnesses after a hit-and-run collision in Basildon on Saturday 25 April 2026 left two people with serious injuries. The incident occurred in broad daylight at approximately 5pm on Nevendon Road.
A dark-coloured SUV collided with a black Suzuki GSXS motorbike during the late afternoon. Following the crash, the driver of the SUV failed to stop and fled the scene, heading in the direction of Wickford.
Both the rider and the pillion passenger of the motorcycle sustained serious injuries in the collision. Police are now conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Officers are urging anyone who may have witnessed the collision or who has relevant footage to come forward. This includes anyone with CCTV or dashcam recordings that could assist with their enquiries.
Information can be reported to Essex Police by referencing incident 927 of 25 April. Residents can also contact the police via their website, the 101 non-emergency number, or report information anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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