Colchester traffic stopped in both directions after Ipswich Road crash

The incident took place at about 6pm when a motorcyclist is understood to have come off their vehicle about 50 metres away from the junction between Ipswich Road and Upland Drive. Ipswich-bound traffic was stopped at about 6.20pm, at which point there were two ambulances and one police car at the scene. A second police car arrived about ten minutes later as officers then cordoned off the road in both directions.

Gazette: Emergency - police officers were on the scene of the incident in Ipswich Road to cordon off the routeEmergency - police officers were on the scene of the incident in Ipswich Road to cordon off the route (Image: Daniel Rees, Newsquest) Debris was scattered across the road, and the motorbike, which had 'L' plates on, was left lying against a wall. Some residents came outside their homes to see what had happened, and police officers spoke to members of the public.

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With Ipswich Road closed in both directions, much of the Colchester-bound traffic took a detour along Upland Drive and St Christopher Road.

Essex Police and the East of England Ambulance Service have been contacted for more information.