A Maldon teenager crashed his car into an electricity pole last night.

Police were called to the scene of the crash at Fambridge Road, Maldon shortly after 11.30pm yesterday, when it appears the 18-year-old driver of a red Ford KA lost control of the car and struck a pole.

The driver was uninjured.

Police are considering prosecuting the man for careless driving or may offer him the option to improve his driving skills in a driving awareness course.