A CAR and two cyclists have been involved in a serious village crash this morning.

Essex Police are currently on the scene of a smash in Fairstead Road, Fairstead, Braintree.

The incident took place shortly before 10.30am today.

The road is closed while the force investigates and drivers are being urged to avoid the area.

A spokesman for Essex Police said: "If you saw what happened or have any dash cam footage we need you to contact us.

"If you have any information you can submit a report online at essex.police.uk or use the Live Chat button to speak to an online operator between 7am-11pm.

"Please quote incident 336 of 9 January.

"You can also call us on 101 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."