Chaos on M25 as Pedestrian Injury Brings Traffic to a Halt
Thousands of vehicles are stuck on the M25 clockwise between junction 6 near Clackett Lane services and junction 5 at the A21/M26 interchange in Kent tonight. An overbridge on 1 Road in Westerham has also been shut as police carry out an investigation.
Air Ambulance Lands Amid Full Lane Closures
Kent Police, paramedics, and the Kent, Sussex, and Surrey Air Ambulance rushed to the scene on the hard shoulder of the five-lane motorway. All lanes were briefly closed to allow the air ambulance to land safely. The injured pedestrian received treatment at the scene before being airlifted to a London hospital.
Traffic Nightmare: 4.5 Miles of Tailbacks
National Highways confirmed emergency services, including Kent Police and Traffic Officers, are managing the scene. Due to ongoing roadworks on the A25 strategic diversion route, traffic is being sent through local roads instead.
- Current congestion stretches 4.5 miles.
- Drivers face delays of 30 minutes above normal travel times.
- The anti-clockwise carriageway between junctions 6 and 5 remains closed.
- Delays are also affecting the clockwise carriageway.
Investigation Underway, Closure Expected to Last Hours
A Kent Police spokesperson said: “Officers were called at 7:40pm on Thursday 9 December 2021 after a pedestrian fell and suffered serious injuries on the M25. No vehicles were involved. Officers and ambulance crews remain at the scene.”
Motorists are urged to avoid the area and expect lengthy delays. We will bring you more updates as the situation develops.
