POLICE are appealing for information after a woman was killed when she was hit by a car in Essex.

POLICE are appealing for information after a woman was killed when she was hit by a car in Essex.

The incident took place at 6pm yesterday on the B1052 at Little Waldon.

The 69-year-old woman, from Chadwell Heath, was struck by a black Citroen C2. She was taken to Addenbrooke's but later died of the head injuries she sustained.

The 18-year-old driver, from Cambridgeshire, was unhurt. He was arrested and released on bail.

Witnesses should call police on 0300 3334444.