Four people died after a vehicle crashed against a building in Colchester this morning.
Officers were called to report that a vehicle had hit the building in Magdalen Street, Colchester, on Saturday around 4.40 am, said the Essex police.
Emergency services were attended, but four people died on the spot. The ages and genera of the victims have not yet been announced.
Their families have been informed and will be supported by specialized officers, said the armed forces.
Magdalen Street is expected to stay closed all Saturday while an investigation takes place.
Temporary assistant -head commissioner Stuart Hooper said: 'My thoughts, and those of everyone at the Essex police, are with the friends and families of the four people who died this morning.
The scene in Colchester, where four people died after a vehicle crashed against a building
Magdalen Street, depicted, is expected to remain closed all Saturday while an investigation takes place
'I want to thank the companies and residents in the Magdalen Street area for their support and understanding today in what a very difficult and tragic situation has been.
'I always want to pay tribute to staff of the emergency services who have worked diligently, professionally and compassionate to guarantee the dignity of those who have died.
“Our questions to determine what led to the collision, are underway and I need someone with information to contact us.”
Anyone with information, CCTV, Dashcam or other images related to the incident was asked to contact the armed forces with a quote from Incident 179 of 1 February, or to contact Independent Charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 Anonymous contact Anonymous contact the Crimestoppers of Independent Charity.
