A12 Accident Today: Serious Collision Closes Both Directions Between Junctions 26 and 28 in Essex

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What Happened in the A12 Accident?

A serious collision on the A12 in Essex caused significant traffic disruption on Saturday, November 7, 2026, with both directions of the road affected between Junctions 26 and 28 near Colchester.

The incident was reported at approximately 6:36 p.m. UK time, prompting a National Highways travel alert.

Traffic information indicated that the collision resulted in the closure of the affected section, with emergency and highway services responding.

Motorists travelling through the area were warned of disruption and advised to follow diversion instructions.

Location of the A12 Collision

The affected stretch of the A12 connects Junction 26 and Junction 28 in Essex, near Colchester and the surrounding communities.

The incident affected:

• Southbound carriageway: Junction 28 to Junction 26.

• Northbound carriageway: Junction 26 to Junction 28.

National Highways traffic records showed closures affecting all three lanes on the northbound and southbound sections.

Emergency Response and Road Closures

Following the collision, traffic restrictions were introduced while the incident was managed.

The road closure affected motorists travelling in both directions, creating delays and disruption around Colchester.

Another incident involving an overturned vehicle had also been reported on the southbound A12 between Junctions 26 and 25 earlier that afternoon, adding to traffic problems in the area.

Were There Any Injuries or Fatalities?

At the time of the available traffic updates, no verified information had been released confirming fatalities or the number of people injured in the main collision.

The precise circumstances of the crash, the vehicles involved and its cause had also not been established in the published traffic information.

Further details should be treated as unconfirmed until released by police or emergency services.

Latest A12 Accident Update – November 7, 2026

Disclaimer

This report is based on available National Highways traffic information as of November 7, 2026. Details about casualties, the vehicles involved and the cause of the collision have not been independently confirmed. Road conditions and closures may change as authorities provide further updates.

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