A MOTORCYCLIST living in Chingford has died after he crashed into a tree in Essex yesterday (Monday).

The 42-year-old was riding a red and white Yamaha bike on the B1057 at Cornish Hall End, near Finchingfield in Essex, when his bike left the road at around 6.15pm.

He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police have yet to name the man and are appealing for witnesses.

If you have information call the road policing officers at Dunmow on 0300 33 44 44.