Essex Police have tonight charged a man with murder and ten charges of attempted murder and dangerous driving following a fatal collision which claimed the life of 12-year-old Harley Watson.

Terence Glover, 51, of Newmans Lane, Loughton, will appear before magistrates in Chelmsford charged in connection with a fatal collision in Willingale Road shortly before 3.20pm on Monday.

A local boy, 12-year-old Harley Watson, sadly died in hospital later that afternoon. Earlier this week his family paid tribute to their “good, kind, helpful and lovely boy”.

The ten charges of attempted murder relate to one woman, six boys and three girls aged between 12 and 23 who were also injured in the collision.

Senior Investigating Officer DCI Rob Kirby said: “I would like to thank the local community for all the help they have given us since this tragic event on Monday.

"So many people have come forward to give us information.

"I would however like to continue to urge anyone who has not contacted us but may have information which could help our investigation to contact us on 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."