A driver had to be cut free from his car by firefighters after it left the road and overturned.
The 34-year-old man, of Walton-on-the-Naze, was trapped in the Rover after it left the A133 slip road at Hare Green.
Colchester firefighters used heavy-duty cutting equipment to get him out of his car. He was taken to hospital by ambulance for treatment.
A police spokesman said the driver had suffered cuts to his head and face but his injuries were not life-threatening.
A road sign was damaged in the incident.
Published Monday August 2, 2004
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article