Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was struck and killed by a lorry on an a-road in Havering.

Officers were called to the A127, Southend Arterial Road, just before 7pm on Thursday, following reports of a collision involving a pedestrian and a lorry.

The London Ambulance Service attended the scene alongside the Metropolitan Police.

A 54-year-old man, the pedestrian, was pronounced dead at the scene.

The man’s family have been informed and are being supported by specialist officers.

It is believed the man was crossing the road at the time of the collision.

No arrests have been made and enquiries remain ongoing.

Detective Inspector Sion Hughes, of the Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: “We are continuing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the collision and we are keen to hear from anyone who may have witnessed the incident to come forward.

“I am asking for anyone who may have dash-cam or CCTV footage to please come forward. Any information you have could be vital in our investigation.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101 quoting reference 5831/22OCT.