Road Rage Horror in Dartford Tunnel: Man Suffered Fractured Eye Socket

At around 2.30pm on Sunday, January 29, a driver in his twenties was brutalised in a shocking road rage attack inside the A282 Dartford tunnel. The victim was travelling from Kent to Essex when two vans began harassing him.

Vans Force Driver to Stop After Tunnel

The victim tried to continue his journey, but the two vans—a white one and a grey Peugeot—followed closely behind. They forced him to pull over just after exiting the tunnel.

Assailants Leap Out and Attack, Then Speed Off

Three men jumped out of the vans and assaulted the driver before fleeing the scene. The victim needed medical treatment for a fractured eye socket.

Police Seek Dashcam Footage and Witnesses

If you saw what happened or have any dashcam footage, Essex Police want to hear from you. Call 101 to assist the investigation.

Want to report info anonymously? Contact Crimestoppers UK on Twitter @CrimestoppersUK, visit their website, or call 0800 555 111.

Quote crime reference 42/19060/21 to ensure your tip reaches the right team fast.

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