Serious Crash Near Dartford Causes Mayhem on M25
A horrifying collision between a lorry and a pedestrian near the Dartford Crossing has thrown the A282 M25 into chaos. The smash happened at around 2.25pm today, October 14, between junctions 1B and 2.
M25 Shut Both Ways – Drivers Face Massive Delays
Due to the severity of the crash, emergency crews have shut the M25 in both directions between these junctions. Kent Police and the South East Coast Ambulance Service are on scene, working urgently to deal with the fallout.
“Kent Police was called at around 2.25pm on Saturday, October 14, 2023, following a serious collision involving a lorry and a pedestrian on the A282 near the Dartford Crossing. Officers are currently in attendance, and the M25 is closed in both directions between Junctions 1B and 2. Delays are expected, and motorists are advised to find alternative routes if possible.” – Kent Police spokesperson
Gridlock Extends As Traffic Builds Up
The crash investigation has sparked heavy congestion, especially on the M25 anticlockwise from Junction 2 (A2 Darenth Interchange) back to Junction 1B (Princes Road Dartford). Tailbacks have stretched to Junction 3 at Swanley Interchange, leaving drivers stuck in hours of standstill traffic.
Motorists Urged to Seek Alternatives and Stay Safe
- Authorities advise all drivers to avoid the area where possible.
- Delays are expected to continue while emergency services manage the scene.
- Motorists should stay alert, obey all traffic controls, and plan different routes to dodge the gridlock.
We will bring you more updates on the crash and traffic conditions as the story develops. Stay tuned and drive safe.
