A serious road traffic accident occurred on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at approximately 12:30 pm on the A26 Tonbridge Road in Kent, where a child was struck by a car. The incident led to the closure of the road between the Esso Tesco Express and the Cherry Tree Pub, while emergency services responded to the scene.
Bus passengers on the Arriva No. 7, traveling toward Tunbridge Wells, reported that their bus was turned around by police at the Esso Tesco Express and had to divert via A20 London Road and Queens Road, causing delays.
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As the situation is still developing, please be respectful of those involved and mindful of the impact on the child’s family and friends. We have reached out to authorities for further information, and updates will follow as more details become available.
The road remains closed, and drivers are advised to seek alternative routes.
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