COPS have launched a murder probe after a motorist reportedly hit a pedestrian and then fled the scene.
Essex Police said a man from London in his 20s died near a cycle path off Momples Road in Harlow at around 5.30pm on Saturday evening.
Essex PoliceA murder investigation has been launched after fatal collision in Harlow[/caption]
Essex PoliceCops believe the incident was linked to the theft of another motor earlier that day[/caption]
The vehicle was later found abandoned and on fire at an underpass close to the scene.
The victim’s family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.
“It was reported the vehicle, a silver Mitsubishi, had left the road before colliding with a man and driving away,” a police statement said.
Officers say they believe the horror incident may have been linked to the theft of a black Ford Fiesta in nearby Pennymead, at around 4pm on the same day.
The Fiesta was later found abandoned in the Churchfield area of the town and seized by police.
No arrests have been made, and a cordon remains in place at the scene.
Detective Inspector Alison Hooper, leading the investigation, said: “At the centre of this incident is a person who has lost their life in terrible circumstances.
“We are supporting a grieving family.
“I have a dedicated team working hard to establish the sequence of events which led to this fatal collision and this investigation is making progress.
“We’re particularly keen to hear from anyone who may have seen the vehicles in question in the Harlow area in the hours leading up to this collision.”
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