M20 closed after 30-vehicle crash near Maidstone in Kent

Summarised from 4 outlets · 12 reports · Updated 8 Nov, 16:36 · Archive

More than 30 vehicles collided on the M20 near Maidstone on Saturday evening, seriously injuring two people.

A collision involving more than 30 vehicles brought part of the M20 to a standstill on Saturday, 7 November. The crash occurred on the London-bound carriageway between junctions 8 and 9 near Maidstone at around 6.40pm. Emergency services, including firefighters, paramedics and an air ambulance, were dispatched to the scene.

Eleven people were assessed by paramedics following the incident. Two people suffered serious injuries and were taken to hospital for treatment. One was transported to a London hospital and the other to a local hospital. Kent Police stated their injuries were not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing. Other motorists and passengers were also injured, though their injuries were not considered serious.

The Evening Standard reports that the collision occurred in thick fog. Kent Fire and Rescue Service confirmed that three fire engines and a technical rescue unit were deployed to the scene. The scale of the collision led to extensive road closures as emergency crews worked to assist those involved, assess damaged vehicles and make the motorway safe.

Both the London-bound and coast-bound carriageways were closed between junctions 9 and 8 while emergency services dealt with the incident. Kent Police urged motorists not involved in the crash to avoid the area and seek alternative routes. The closures remained in place overnight.

The motorway reopened in both directions at around 5am on Sunday, 8 November. Kent Police asked anyone with information about the crash or dashcam footage to contact them via the live chat function or by calling 101, quoting reference 07-1245. Investigators examined the circumstances that led to the collision.

How it is being reported

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