Four people killed after vehicle crashes into building

Four people have died after a vehicle crashed into a building in Colchester.

Essex Police said the deaths were confirmed at the scene on Magdalen Street.

Officers were called just before 4.40am.

The families of the victims have been informed and will be supported by specialist police officers.

The road has been closed for much of the day while the vehicle was recovered.

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