A TEENAGER has died following a collision in East Tilbury in the early hours of this morning (Wednesday 3 August).

Police were called to reports a black Peugeot 107 had left Princess Margaret Road at around 1.35am.

Emergency services attended but, sadly, the – a 20 year-old man – was pronounced dead at the scene.

The road was closed so officers could investigate but it has now re-opened.

An Essex Police appeal says: "If you have any information, CCTV, dash cam or other footage in relation to this incident, then please get in contact with us. Please quote incident 80 of 3 August.

"You can let us know by submitting a report on our website or by using our online Live Chat service available Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays) between 10am-9pm.

"Visit www.essex.police.uk/digital101 to find out more about our website reporting services. Alternatively you can call us on 101.

"If you would like to make an anonymous report you can contact independent charity @Crimestoppers, by visiting their website or by calling 0800 555 111."