A MAN was left trapped in his van following a crash with another car.

Firefighters assisted at the scene of a crash in Dunmow Road, Great Dunmow, earlier this morning.

Crews reported on arrival that one man was trapped in a van, following a collision involving another car at about 9.30am.

Firefighters were able to free the man by 10.20am, before leaving him in the care of the ambulance service.

We have contacted the ambulance service for an update.