Major Traffic Disruption on A229
A collision between an ambulance and a lorry caused significant traffic delays this morning on the A229 in Maidstone, Kent.
Incident Details
The accident occurred just before 7:30 am on the southbound exit slip road at the M20/Cobtree Roundabout, a key junction linking Maidstone and Blue Bell Hill.
Emergency Response
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene. However, it is currently unclear whether any injuries have been sustained. KentLive has reached out to Kent Police" href="https://www.kent.police.uk" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked" data-wpil-monitor-id="134676">Kent Police and the South East Coast Ambulance Service for more information.
Traffic Update
By 8:45 am, the incident had been cleared, and traffic began to ease, providing relief to morning commuters affected by the delays.
Investigation Ongoing
The circumstances surrounding the crash are still under investigation. Drivers are advised to exercise caution when approaching roundabouts, particularly during peak hours.
Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
