A120 Accident Report: Lorry and Car Crash Near Felsted as Investigation Continues

August 29, 2026

A serious collision involving a lorry and a car on the A120 near Felsted, Essex, prompted a major emergency response and caused significant disruption to traffic.

The crash happened on Saturday, August 22, at approximately 6:45 a.m., with the lorry travelling towards Braintree and the car travelling towards Stansted Airport.

Essex Police said officers from the roads policing unit are investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision.

A120 Crash Near Felsted

Emergency services were called after the lorry and car collided on the A120 in Felsted.

The impact caused substantial damage to the central reservation barrier, requiring extensive work at the scene.

Both carriageways were closed for several hours while emergency services dealt with the collision and made the area safe.

Driver Taken to Hospital

The driver of the car was taken to hospital for further assessment following the crash.

Fortunately, no one was seriously injured, according to Essex Police.

No fatality has been reported in connection with this collision.

Major Traffic Disruption

The crash caused considerable disruption for motorists using the A120.

National Highways subsequently reopened parts of the road in both directions, but traffic disruption continued while crews carried out essential permanent repairs to the damaged central reservation.

Drivers were advised to allow additional travel time and exercise caution when approaching the affected section.

Cause of the Accident

The precise circumstances that led to the collision remain under investigation.

Police have not publicly established whether speed, driver error, road conditions, mechanical problems or another factor contributed to the crash.

Investigators are continuing to gather evidence and information from potential witnesses.

Police Appeal for Witnesses

Essex Police are asking anyone who witnessed the collision or has information that could assist the investigation to contact officers.

Members of the public who may have dashcam footage from the A120 around the time of the crash are also encouraged to provide it to investigators.

The police reference for the incident is 0232 of August 22.

A120 Accident: What We Know

• Location: A120, Felsted, Essex
• Date: August 22, 2026
• Time: Approximately 6:45 a.m.
• Vehicles involved: One lorry and one car
• Direction: Lorry toward Braintree; car toward Stansted Airport
• Injuries: Car driver taken to hospital for assessment
• Serious injuries: None reported
• Fatalities: None reported
• Road closures: Both carriageways closed for several hours
• Damage: Significant damage to the central reservation barrier
• Investigation: Essex Police roads policing officers
• Cause: Still under investigation

Investigation Continues

The A120 accident near Felsted remains under investigation as police work to establish exactly how the collision occurred.

Authorities have thanked motorists and local residents for their patience during the lengthy road closures and subsequent repairs.

Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is encouraged to contact Essex Police and quote the relevant incident reference.

This article concerns the confirmed A120 collision in Felsted on August 22, 2026; it should not be presented as a separate new crash occurring today unless a further incident is officially confirmed.