Car Smashes Into Gillingham Care Home – Emergency Crews Rush In

Chaos on Maidstone Road this afternoon as a car veered off the road and ploughed straight into a care home.

Police, Fire & Paramedics Respond

The alarm was raised just after 3:30pm on Friday when the vehicle crashed into the kitchen area of the care home. Emergency teams from kent-police/" title="Kent Police" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Kent Police, fire, and paramedics raced to the scene. Officers quickly blocked the road to manage the situation and keep the area safe.

Serious Injuries Reported

The crash left those inside the car seriously injured. Paramedics provided urgent treatment at the scene. Firefighters deployed Paratech stabilisation gear to shore up the damaged building and prevent further collapse.

Recovery Operation Underway

Crews are currently assessing the building’s safety while preparing to recover the vehicle. The quiet Maidstone Road remains blocked as the dramatic rescue and repair efforts continue.

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