Police appeal after driver in 70s dies

Police think a man in his 70s died after becoming unwell while driving

Police have appealed for help after a man in his 70s died in a road crash.

Officers said the man died in Thorpe Bay, Southend, Essex, on Tuesday.

They said it was believed he had become unwell while driving.

Essex Police said, in a social media post, that it wanted to hear from anyone who had any information - or dashcam footage.

"Officers were called to reports of a single vehicle collision in Maplin Way, Thorpe Bay," the force said.

"Sadly, despite the best efforts of paramedics, a man in his 70s died at the scene.

"At this stage we believe the man became unwell behind the wheel."

The post added: "If you have any information, CCTV, dashcam or other footage in relation to this incident, then please get in contact with us."

Police said the road was closed for several hours.