Major Crash Shuts M2 Westbound: Chaos for Drivers Heading to London
Drivers faced a nightmare journey this Saturday evening after a serious crash sealed off the M2 Westbound. The road is completely closed between Junction 6 (A251 Ashford Road, Faversham) and Junction 5 (A249 Sittingbourne/Stockbury Roundabout), causing mile-long tailbacks and stationary traffic from around 7.30pm.
Emergency Services Swarm Scene Amid Heavy Delays
Kent Police, ambulance crews, and Highways England rushed to the scene. Multiple vehicles were involved, with debris scattered across the carriageway. Paramedics are treating casualties, though the full extent of injuries is still unclear.
“The M2 westbound between Junctions 6 and 5 is closed due to a serious collision. We urge drivers to avoid the area and find alternative routes. Thank you for your patience,” said a Highways England spokesperson.
Traffic Chaos Spills onto Local Roads
Queues stretch back to Junction 7 (Brenley Corner), causing gridlock that’s spilling onto surrounding roads in Faversham and Sittingbourne as desperate motorists try to find a way round the jam.
Highways England teams are on site, working with emergency services to clear the wreckage and reopen the motorway, but delays look set to drag on well into the evening.
Traffic Advice: Avoid the M2 Between J7 and J5
- Drivers heading to London: exit the M2 at Junction 7 and switch to the A2 to bypass the crash.
- If caught in the queues, stay put and keep updated via Kent Police and Highways England announcements.
- For live updates, tune into local radio or check Highways England’s website and social media.
Commuters should plan ahead and expect lengthy delays while the scene is cleared.
This is a breaking story – we will bring you updates as they come in.
