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Forensic teams pivot to vehicle data recovery and witness timelines following the tragic loss of Yasmin Begum.
The investigation into the fatal M11 collision that claimed the life of 38-year-old Yasmin Begum has entered a critical new phase as Essex Police specialists begin a granular analysis of electronic vehicle data. Yasmin, a respected teaching assistant and mother of two from the Tower Hamlets British-Bangladeshi community, died at the scene near Harlow after the red Audi A3 she was traveling in overturned in the early hours of February 4. While the initial shock has settled, the focus of the Serious Collision Investigation Unit (SCIU) has shifted toward reconstructing the final seconds of the journey through digital forensics and a widening net of dashcam appeals.
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Digital Forensics and Vehicle Reconstruction
The primary focus for investigators is now the recovery of data from the Audi’s onboard systems and any nearby highway sensors. Expert collision investigators are examining the wreckage to determine if mechanical failure, external road factors, or the actions of other unidentified road users played a role. This technical stage involves analyzing tire marks and "black box" data to pinpoint the exact speed and steering inputs at the moment the vehicle left the southbound carriageway between Junction 7 and Junction 6.
Closing the 30-Minute Witness Gap
Detectives are working to fill a vital information gap between 12:45 am and 1:15 am on the night of the crash. While the incident involved a single vehicle, the police are not ruling out the influence of other motorists who may have been in the area. The appeal for dashcam footage has been extended to anyone traveling toward London at that time, as even background footage of the red Audi A3 could provide clues about its movement or the traffic conditions preceding the tragedy.
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Community Support and Family Liaison
As the legal and forensic processes move forward, the Tower Hamlets community continues to rally around Yasmin’s husband and their two children. Family liaison officers are working closely with the bereaved to provide updates as the case moves toward a future coronial inquest. Local leaders have described the atmosphere as one of "unwavering solidarity," with calls for increased safety measures on the M11 corridor becoming a focal point for mourning neighbors.
What Happens Next in the Inquiry
In the coming weeks, the investigation will transition from the scene-based evidence collection to a formal reporting stage. Once the forensic vehicle examination is complete, a comprehensive file will be prepared for the North Essex Coroner. This report will detail the findings of the toxicology tests, mechanical inspections, and witness statements. A formal inquest is expected to be opened and adjourned shortly, which will eventually provide a definitive legal conclusion on the circumstances surrounding the collision.
Public Appeal for Information
Essex Police urge any motorists with active dashcams who were on the M11 southbound near Harlow at approximately 1:00 am on February 4 to check their recordings. Information can be submitted through the Essex Police digital portal or by calling 101, citing incident reference 36 of 4 February.
