A teenage girl is in critical condition after an incident involving a loading vehicle in Southend-on-Sea. Two young men have been arrested, and police are asking for witnesses to help understand what happened.
A young girl was seriously hurt early Saturday morning in Southend-on-Sea, Essex. She is now in the hospital in critical condition.
Police say the incident involved a small loading vehicle. Two young men, aged 18 and 17, have been arrested in connection with what happened.
They are being questioned on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving. The incident took place in the Chalkwell Park area.
Officers believe a group had taken control of the vehicle without permission. They are asking anyone who saw the incident or has videos to please contact them.
The girl's family is receiving support during this difficult time. Police are working to understand all the details.
