Major A2 Crash Shuts Coastbound Carriageway for Hours

A serious collision involving a police car closed the A2 coastbound carriageway for several hours last night. The smash happened just past the Darenth Interchange at around 8:50 pm, bringing traffic to a standstill.

Road Blocked After Police Car Collision

The A2 coastbound was completely shut following the crash. National Highways confirmed the closure at 9:30 pm and reported the road finally reopened shortly before 1:00 am this morning.

Luckily, no serious injuries were reported from the incident, although a roadside barrier sustained damage in the crash. Emergency services launched an investigation to determine exactly how the collision unfolded.

Police Car Not in Pursuit

It has been confirmed that the other vehicle involved was not being chased by police at the time of the accident. Officers are still probing the circumstances around the collision.

A Stark Reminder to Stay Alert on Busy Roads

The incident underlines the urgent need for vigilance and safe driving on busy highways like the A2. Motorists are urged to keep sharp and drive responsibly to avoid potentially dangerous crashes.

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