Rush Hour Chaos After Three-Vehicle Smash on A274 in Headcorn

Van and Two Cars Crash Sparks Road Closure

A van and two cars collided on the A274 in Headcorn this morning, triggering rush hour chaos. The smash happened at around 7:50am and forced the closure of Biddenden Road near the railway bridge while emergency crews worked at the scene.

Injuries and Emergency Rescue

Two people were injured in the collision. Firefighters made a dramatic roof cut to free the van driver, who was then airlifted by ambulance to hospital with serious injuries.

Long Delays for Commuters

Drivers faced up to five hours of delays as emergency services conducted collision investigations and cleared the wreckage. The road closure continued into the day, leaving commuters stuck in a lengthy standstill.

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