A GRAYS resident has been hit with a fine for breaching coronavirus guidelines.

Essex Police have confirmed that they took action in Epping Forest after officers stopped two people who had travelled from Grays to High Beech car park on Tuesday, 12 January.

When questioned, the pair – one adult and one juvenile – told officers they made the 25-mile journey to the beauty spot to go for a jog.

One fixed penalty notice was issued to the adult.

A police spokesperson said: "We would like to thank the public of Essex for doing the right thing in continuing to stay at home and protect the NHS.

"We continue to take a common-sense approach to policing the Government guidelines, by first engaging with people, before explaining the situation and encouraging them to do the right thing.

"However, when there are clear and blatant breaches we will pursue enforcement."