TRAFFIC in the Lakeside area was disrupted this afternoon (Thursday, 25 February) while emergency services dealt with a crash at the West Thurrock Way and London Road roundabout.

At least two vehicles appeared to be involved in the incident around 3pm which caused traffic in all directions to back up.

A bike rider is believed to have suffered injuries in a collision. He was conscious and responded to treatment from paramedics and ambulance crew of the East of England ambulance service.