A lorry and car have crashed, blocking a roundabout and causing delays to traffic.
The A414 Chelmsford Road in Ongar is partially blocked at the Four Wantz Roundabout, delaying traffic in both directions.
There are no reported injuries at this stage.
More to follow.
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