Mother and Toddler Miraculously Escape Horror Crash on M20
A mother and her one-year-old child had a lucky escape this afternoon after a reckless driver swerved across two lanes and smashed into their car on the coastbound M20 contraflow.
Crash Causes Chaos on M20
The crash happened just after 3pm on Monday. Emergency crews rushed to the scene when the man behind the wheel—reportedly not wearing a seatbelt—collided with the woman’s vehicle, forcing her into the central barriers.
- Kent Fire and Rescue sent two fire engines.
- South East Coast Ambulance Service dispatched a land ambulance.
One lane of the contraflow was immediately shut by police to clear the wreckage.
Driver Taken to Hospital, Repairs Underway
The driver, who complained of chest pain, was taken to William Harvey Hospital in Ashford. Thankfully, his injuries are not believed to be serious.
Highways England has since closed the M20 in both directions to carry out urgent repairs to the central barrier damaged in the crash.
Kent Police have been contacted for further comment.
