M20 in Chaos as ‘Blood-Covered Man’ Sparks Full Road Closure Near Maidstone
Motorway Madness as Traffic Hits Snag
Traffic ground to a halt on the M20 today after reports of a man spotted ‘covered in blood’ forced police to shut the road between Junction 7 and 8 near Maidstone. The closure caused hefty delays of up to an hour in both directions, with queues stretching from the A249 at Junction 7 all the way to the A20 at Junction 8, near the scenic Leeds Castle.
Eyewitness Drama on the Motorway
Witnesses flooded social media with tales of spotting a bloodied man wandering the motorway. One driver revealed the man, described as Eastern European, approached their car claiming he’d been attacked. Another motorist said they locked their doors as the man walked nearby, looking dazed and confused.
Emergency Services Move Fast
Police confirmed they were called out around 11:45 am for concerns over the man’s welfare. Emergency crews quickly sealed off the motorway while sorting the situation. National Highways later confirmed the road reopened shortly before 1:30 pm, letting traffic flow again.
Police Appeal for Information
As investigations continue, authorities are urging anyone who witnessed the incident or has info to come forward and help with inquiries.
