Hartswood Road in Warley, where the crash happened (credit: Google Maps)
Two cars collided in Hartswood Road just before 2.30pm on Saturday, 19 September.
Several people were injured in the crash, including a 17-year-old boy who is in a critical condition in hospital.
The driver of one of the vehicles and another 43-year-old man who was in the area at the time both suffered minor injuries.
Jack Madel, 28, of no fixed address, has been charged with causing serious injury by dangerous driving, causing serious injury by driving while disqualified, failing to stop after an accident, and driving without insurance.
He appeared at Basildon Magistrates’ Court today and was remanded in custody to appear at Basildon Crown Court on Monday, 19 October.
A second man, a 27-year-old man from Billericay, has been arrested in connection with the collision and remains in hospital with serious injuries.
Essex Police has today released a still image of a cyclist who investigators would like to speak to about the crash.
Police have released a new image of the cyclist
Inspector Mark Fraser, of the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “My thoughts are with everyone who has been affected by this tragic incident, including members of the public who witnessed the aftermath.
“I am extremely grateful to everyone who assisted at the scene and has come forward to help with our enquiries.
“We are progressing our investigation into the circumstances behind the collision and we’d like to speak to any witnesses who have yet to come forward and saw what happened or have any dash cam footage.
“We are also looking to trace a cyclist who was in the area at the time and may have information that could help with our ongoing investigation.
“If you recognise yourself in the image, or if anyone can help us identify them, please get in touch with us.”
Do you recognise this cyclist?
You can contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit at Essex Police by calling 101, quoting incident 648 of 19 September, or by emailing CollisionAppeal@essex.pnn.police.uk
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