Crash Chaos on the M25 Halts Morning Commute
A major smash involving four cars has brought the M25 to a grinding halt between Junction 8 (Reigate) and Junction 7 (M23) in the early hours. The serious collision triggered severe delays and sparked a full investigation, leaving rush hour drivers stuck in gridlock.
Road Closures Spark Massive Tailbacks
The highway was shut completely from midnight, causing early morning traffic to come to a standstill. By 5:30am, only one lane was partially reopened while three lanes remained closed, forcing vehicles to crawl through the bottleneck.
Nine Miles of Queues and Travel Hell
Traffic crawled back as far as Junction 9 near Leatherhead, with tailbacks stretching nine miles. Commuters faced travel times of up to 90 minutes – an agonising slow crawl compared to usual journey times on this stretch.
Emergency Crews Respond Swiftly
Emergency services quickly arrived on scene, prioritising safety and launching a probe into what caused the multi-car pileup. Motorists are urged to seek alternative routes and brace for further delays while the investigation and clear-up continue.
