Police appeal after driver in 70s dies
Police think a man in his 70s died after becoming unwell while driving
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Police have appealed for help after a man in his 70s died in a road crash.
Officers said the man died in Thorpe Bay, Southend, Essex, on Tuesday.
They said it was believed he had become unwell while driving.
Essex Police said, in a , that it wanted to hear from anyone who had any information - or dashcam footage.
"Officers were called to reports of a single vehicle collision in Maplin Way, Thorpe Bay," the force said.
"Sadly, despite the best efforts of paramedics, a man in his 70s died at the scene.
"At this stage we believe the man became unwell behind the wheel."
The post added: "If you have any information, CCTV, dashcam or other footage in relation to this incident, then please get in contact with us."
Police said the road was closed for several hours.
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