A127 crash: Three vehicles involved in serious collision

A major road linking the M25 and Essex has been closed after a serious collision.

Three vehicles were involved in the crash on the A127 near to the A128 junction shortly before 2.25pm.

The road was closed in both directions while emergency services attended but Essex Police said the London-bound carriageway had reopened shortly before 4.30pm.

Two air ambulances were among the multiple emergency services vehicles called to the scene.

An East of England Ambulance Service spokesman said they were unable to immediately confirm how many people had been injured in the collision.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes during rush hour.

The Southend-bound section of the A127 is expected to remain closed for some time.