Drivers are facing delays this morning on their commutes after a "bad" crash in Hockley.

Southend Road in the town is affected after the crash at about 7am. 

A number of residents took to Facebook to post about the incident.

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One said: "Southend Road, Hockley currently shut due to a bad accident. Going to cause some congestion this morning."

Another added: "Hope nobody is badly hurt."

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