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Cyclist killed in A130 collision named as Jake Carter, 29

01/05/2026 About 1 minute Share article:
A cyclist who died following a serious collision on the A130 in Essex has been named as 29-year-old Jake Carter.

Mr Carter died after the incident on the northbound carriageway of the A130 on March 26th this year. The collision, which involved a cyclist and vehicles, led to a major emergency response and the road being closed for several hours.

His identity was confirmed during a recent court hearing, with details also appearing in official inquest listings published by Essex Coroner’s Service.

The hearing was told that Mr Carter died at the scene following the crash, which took place on one of Essex’s busiest routes connecting Chelmsford, Basildon and the wider road network.

Police investigations into the circumstances of the collision are ongoing, with officers previously appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward.

The incident prompted renewed discussion about road safety on major A-roads in Essex, particularly concerning vulnerable road users such as cyclists.

Tributes have been paid to Mr Carter, with friends and members of the community expressing their condolences following news of his death.

An inquest into his death has been opened, with further hearings expected to establish the full circumstances surrounding the collision.
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