A120 blocked by ‘serious’ crash involving car and lorry – recap

The A120 became partially blocked following a crash near Marks Tey this afternoon (July 10). The incident happened shortly after midday when emergency services were called to the A120 Coggeshall Road, near the Poplar Nurseries.

The collision involved a car and a lorry and traffic was affected in both directions between Coggeshall and Colchester. At the time an Essex police spokesperson said: “We are currently on the scene of a serious collision on the A120 near Marks Tey.

“We were called shortly before midday to reports of a multi-vehicle collision on the stretch near to Poplar Nurseries.

“The road is currently closed and is likely to remain shut for some time. Please avoid the area and plan your journey. Thank you for your patience and understanding.”