It is with great sadness I report that the 71-year-old gentleman who was involved in a collision with a white Mercedes Sprinter this morning outside of Tesco in Epping High Street has died in the Royal London Hospital. He has been named as James Pritchard from Mott Street in Waltham Abbey.
A 70-year-old man from Sawbridgeworth has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving and has been questioned at Loughton Police Station and since released on police bail until 21st September.
Any witnesses are urged to contact investigating officers at Chigwell Road Policing Unit on 0300 333 4444.
Many residents have been asking why some of Epping’s High Street has been cordoned off by police today. Unfortunately a serious road traffic incident occurred at 11am today where a pensioner was hit by a car whilst crossing the road by Tesco’s.
I happened to be in the location at the time and I, like many other residents was deeply upset at what I saw. Traffic was diverted whilst an air ambulance landed in the High Street and airlifted the gentleman off to the Royal London Hospital in Whitechapel, which is a specialist centre for significant head injuries.
As much as this sort of event is a shock to the system and deeply upsetting, I never cease to be amazed at the way ordinary members of our community leap to help when tragedy strikes. Within seconds of the accident people had rushed to help both the driver and the injured gentleman. Others had begun to divert the traffic to ensure the safety of the general public and motorists. It really is heartening to know that good Samaritans remain in their numbers in Epping. I hope you will all join me in praying for all of those who have been affected by this awful incident. I will update the site as and when new information is received.
It is with great sadness I report that the 71-year-old gentleman who was involved in a collision with a white Mercedes Sprinter this morning outside of Tesco in Epping High Street has died in the Royal London Hospital. He has been named as James Pritchard from Mott Street in Waltham Abbey.
