Essex Police officer under investigation as pedestrian dies from car crash injuries

A pedestrian in his 70s died after being hit by a car, driven by an off-duty police officer.

The officer, who works in Essex, is under investigation, suspected of causing death by dangerous driving.

The crash happened in Prittlewell Chase, Southend, Essex on Wednesday afternoon, around 4.55pm.

The man was taken to hospital in a serious condition, but died the morning after.

Essex Police said it was investigating while the officer is on police bail.

The case has also been referred to the police watchdog, the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC).

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