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Manningtree Bridge Remains Closed After Lorry Wedged Under Low Railway Span

Police report the vehicle has been freed for removal.

Overview

  • Essex Police said they were called at about 1:20pm to Coxs Hill after a high vehicle became stuck under the railway bridge near Cattawade.
  • Recovery crews have moved the vehicle from under the 9ft 6in clearance bridge and are in the process of removing it, but the road remains shut.
  • Officers reported no injuries and no damage to the bridge following the incident.
  • Photos from the scene show the vehicle sustained severe damage from the impact.
  • A local worker described delays of 20 to 30 minutes, noting slow-moving trains worsened congestion near the crossing.