Dartford Crossing Chaos: Traffic Held Firm Amid Police Incident
Traffic is at a standstill on the Dartford Crossing due to a police incident causing major delays. The jam is choking the QEII Bridge from Junction 31 of the M25, hitting drivers heading towards the popular Lakeside shopping centre.
Long Delays and Lane Closures
National Highways reports delays of up to 30 minutes compared to normal traffic. Motorists face lengthy tailbacks stretching deep into Kent. Only one tunnel is open in each direction as traffic gets diverted, adding to the gridlock.
Police Silent as Frustration Mounts
Essex Police have yet to reveal details about the incident. Drivers are urged to avoid the crossing if they can, and find alternative routes to dodge the chaos.
The hold-up is expected to clear between 8:15pm and 8:30pm, but heavy delays may linger beyond that. Stay tuned for live updates.
