Serious Crash Shuts M2 Eastbound in Kent

The M2 eastbound is shut between Junction 5 (Stockbury) and Junction 6 (Faversham) after a lorry collided with a pedestrian early today. Emergency services are scrambling at the scene.

Emergency Teams Battle the Chaos

Kent Police, South East Coast Ambulance Service, and National Highways traffic officers rushed to the crash site. The carriageway remains fully closed with heavy delays expected all day.

Motorists are warned: steer clear of this stretch if you can.

Follow the Solid Circle Diversion

  1. Leave M2 at J5, take 3rd exit onto A249 southbound towards Maidstone.
  2. Stay on A249 south for 5 miles to M20 J7, join M20 eastbound.
  3. Exit M20 at J8, follow the signs onto A20 eastbound towards Lenham.
  4. Travel on A20 through Harrietsham and Lenham to A252 at Charing.
  5. Take 1st exit onto A252 eastbound towards Challock.
  6. At next roundabout, take 1st exit onto A251 northbound towards Faversham.
  7. Continue 6 miles on A251 to rejoin M2 at J6.

Police Hunt Witnesses

Kent Police have yet to release details about the victim’s condition or the crash circumstances. The investigation is ongoing. Anyone who saw the collision or has dashcam footage is urged to call 101.

Plan Ahead: Travel Advice

National Highways advises drivers to allow extra time and check for live updates on their website or social media channels.

This is a breaking story. Stay tuned for more as it unfolds.

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