Tragic Lorry Crash Brings M20 to a Crawl in Kent
Chaos struck the M20 after a lorry overturned and collided with a Mini on the coastbound carriageway. The crash happened between junction 10 (Ashford South) and junction 11 (Hythe and Westenhanger) just after 5.10pm, sparking a full closure at junction 10.
Fatal Collision Causes Massive Tailbacks
Kent Police rushed to the scene at 5.11pm on Tuesday 14 November following the serious smash. A female passenger in the lorry tragically died at the scene. The male driver suffered minor injuries and was taken to a local hospital. The Mini driver escaped unhurt.
Witnesses Urgently Needed
Officers investigating the fatal collision are appealing for anyone who saw what happened to come forward. If you witnessed the crash or have any info, contact Kent Police Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 01622 798538, quoting reference MW/255/17.
M20 Reopens But Traffic Nightmare Continues
The motorway finally reopened at 8.30am the next day (Wednesday 15 November), but Highways officials warn traffic conditions won’t return to normal until at least 3am, with delays expected to continue through the night.