AN arrest has been made following an incident in Thornwood last night, September 7, which left seven cars damaged.

Essex Police were called a little before 10pm with reports that a Ford Fiesta was being driven at speed and erratically in the Thornwood area.

Officers attended the High Road, and found that the Fiesta has come to a stop before colliding with a number of parked vehicles.

The driver suffered serious, but non-life threatening injuries and was immediately taken to hospital, where he is undergoing treatment.

The man, who is in his 20s, has been placed under arrest on suspicion of drink or drug driving and careless driving.

Anyone who saw the car driving in Thornwood Road and may have dash cam footage, is asked to contact the Brentwood and Epping Forest Community Policing Team on 101.