The M11 was closed for several hours after the crash
Police have not held back in criticising selfish ‘frustrated’ drivers on the M11 who got out of their cars and others trying to reverse along the hard shoulder while emergency services treated several people injured following a major crash. Multiple people had to be rushed to hospital following a seven-vehicle collision on the M11 in the early hours of this morning (Sunday, November 16).
Emergency services were called to the southbound carriageway between junctions six and five, for the Loughton interchange, shortly before 1am The motorway remained closed for several hours whilst emergency crews dealt with the incident.
It is not known at this time how many people were injured or their conditions. Essex Police have slammed driver for making the efforts of the emergency services more difficult. The force has revealed officers encountered several difficulties whilst attending the scene, with some motorists leaving their vehicles and others trying to reverse along the hard shoulder.
An Essex Police spokesperson said: “While we understand people’s frustrations when they are faced with a delay in their journey, it is vital that people behave responsibly and follow the rules of the road. Enquiries into the incident are continuing and we would like to thank the majority of drivers for their patience.”, reports Essex Live.
“If you have any information, CCTV, dash cam or other footage in relation to this incident, then please get in contact with us. Please quote 0052 from 16 November.
“You can let us know by submitting a report on our website or by using our online Live Chat service which is available 24 hours-a-day, seven days-a-week. Visit www.essex.police.uk/digital101 to find out more about our online reporting services.
“If you would like to make an anonymous report you can contact independent charity Crimestoppers, by visiting their website or by calling 0800 555 111.”
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