Vehicle flips on A260 near Folkestone – one rushed to hospital
Early Morning Crash Sparks Chaos
A car overturned on the A260 Canterbury Road near Folkestone at around 6:40am on October 18, causing major traffic mayhem. Emergency teams, including police and paramedics, raced to the scene to deal with the crash.
Road Shut for Hours, Traffic Gridlock
The crash blocked both directions between Crete Road East and the A259, snarling traffic throughout the morning. kent.police.uk" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="Kent Police" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Kent Police remained onsite for hours, directing traffic and investigating the cause of the smash.
A Kent Police spokesperson said: “Kent Police was called to a one-vehicle collision on the A260 Canterbury Road, Folkestone, at 6:40 am on Friday, October 18. Officers are currently at the scene working to clear the road.”
One Injured Taken to William Harvey Hospital
South East Coast Ambulance Service (SECAmb) treated one person at the scene before rushing them to William Harvey Hospital in Ashford for further treatment. A SECAmb spokesperson confirmed: “Crews assessed and treated one person at the scene before taking them to William Harvey Hospital for further medical treatment.”
Road Partially Reopens – Drivers Warned
While the road is now partially open, traffic remains slow as police clear debris and continue investigations. Drivers are advised to check for updates and seek alternative routes to dodge delays.
