Officers from the Kent Police Serious Collision Investigation Unit have initiated a comprehensive probe into a life-changing two-vehicle collision that occurred on the outskirts of Ashford.
[data-ps-embed-type=slideshow] > iframe {position: absolute;top: 0;left: 0;} _psEmbed(“https:///uknip.photoshelter.com”);The incident unfolded when a flatbed works van, laden with barriers and drainage pipes, collided with a heavy goods vehicle (HGV) on the Great Chart Bypass during the early hours of Monday morning.
The collision prompted an immediate response from emergency services, with police, paramedics, and fire crews rushing to the scene to attend to the aftermath of the accident.
A total of three fire engines and an officer from the Kent Fire and Rescue Service were dispatched to assist Kent Police in addressing the incident, which presented numerous challenges.
One of the primary concerns that confronted responders was the security of the load carried by the white Mercedes Sprinter flatbed van. The impact of the collision had caused the load to spill onto the road, creating a hazardous situation for both the drivers involved and other road users.
The flatbed van itself suffered significant damage, leaving the driver trapped within the wreckage. In order to extricate the trapped individual safely, emergency personnel had to employ specialized cutting tools to free them from the mangled vehicle.
In the wake of this serious incident, Kent Police have taken the step of launching a full-scale investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision. As part of this process, authorities have implemented a road closure near the Wynvern School Roundabout, impacting traffic in the vicinity.
As the investigation unfolds, Kent Police are expected to release more information regarding the incident, including details about the individuals involved and the potential causes that led to this life-changing collision. The incident serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for vigilance while drivin
