Essex Police hunt hit-and-run driver after multi-car crash near Dartford Crossing

Midday Smash Sparks Urgent Appeal

A multi-vehicle collision on the A282 just before the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge near 123 or use the 24/7 1 service.

  • To stay anonymous, call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit www.crimestoppers-uk.org.
  • Always quote incident 479 of 18 April so your tip goes to the right investigation team.

    Traffic Update

    The smash caused snarls around the Dartford Crossing, but traffic has now returned to normal.

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