M20 Chaos: Two Lanes Shut After Heavy Truck Smash
Serious Crash Closes Key Kent Stretch
Two lanes of the busy M20 motorway in Kent remain closed following a serious collision between two heavy goods vehicles. The smash happened around 5.37pm on Saturday, January 22, 2022, between junction 8 (Maidstone East) and junction 9 (Ashford).
Emergency Services Rush To Scene
Paramedics treated drivers at the scene. Thankfully, injuries are believed to be minor, but the tractor units suffered major damage. A specialist recovery firm, Manfield’s, is leading a major clean-up and recovery effort, expected to keep lanes closed until at least 10.30pm.
More Trouble Further Down the M20
Meanwhile, police and National Highways are handling another incident on the Londonbound side between junctions 3 and 4, involving an overseas HGV and a van. National Highways is also inspecting the road furniture after the crash.
Kent Police have been contacted for comment. Stay tuned for updates.
