Overview

• The collision happened on June 16 around 2:30 pm between junctions 7 and 8 near Stansted Airport, involving an HGV and two cars.
• A 21-year-old car driver died at the scene despite emergency crews’ efforts.
• A second man was hospitalised with life-threatening injuries following the same crash.
• The 57-year-old HGV driver was arrested on suspicion of causing death and injury by careless driving before being released on police bail.
• The motorway was shut for about 12 hours for a full investigation and reopened after repairs, and the deceased’s family is being supported by specialist officers.