Massive 15-Car Pile-Up Closes M23 Near Gatwick
Emergency crews are battling chaos after a massive 15-vehicle smash on the M23 near Gatwick Airport. The crash happened around 5:40pm today and has shut the motorway between Junctions 10 and 11.
Multiple Injured, Air Ambulance on Scene
Ambulance teams are treating several casualties at the scene. An air ambulance has been scrambled to help urgent medical efforts. Witnesses described the scene as utter carnage, with vehicles overturned and wreckage scattered across the road.
Roger Williams, an eyewitness, called it the “worst pile-up” he’s seen in over 60 years.
Hailstorm Suspected in Crash
Reports suggest a hailstorm hit the area just before the crash, likely causing slippery and dangerous driving conditions. Sussex Police have urged drivers to steer clear of the area and brace for heavy delays.
A police spokesperson confirmed the M23 is shut both ways between Junctions 10 and 11. They stressed the need for public patience while emergency services clear the wreckage and investigate.
Delays Expected – Follow Diversions
Motorists heading near Gatwick and Pease Pottage must follow diversion signs and drive carefully. This is a developing story – stay tuned for updates as authorities release more details.
