A teenager has died following a four-car pile-up.

The 18-year-old was on his way to collect his A-level results when the crash happened on the A12 at Chelmsford.

Police are expected to name the victim later today after he has been formally identified.

A silver Audi A3, white Vauxhall Corsa, silver Jaguar X-type and a red Skoda Felicia were involved in the accident around 8.30am on Thursday.

The victim, from Bushey in Hertfordshire, was a front-seat passenger in the Corsa.

He suffered severe head injuries and was taken to Queen's Hospital in Romford where he died.

The driver, another 18-year-old man, had minor chest and facial injuries.

They were travelling to collect their A level results at a college in Middlesex.

The London-bound carriageway at Chelmsford was closed for three hours after the accident yesterday.

The road was closed between Howe Green and Galleywood and reopened at noon.

  • Anyone who witnessed the crash is asked to contact Chelmsford road policing unit on 01245 240600.