Delays clear on M20 between Junction 2 at Wrotham and Junction 3 at Swanley after crash involving car and lorry

Traffic was held on the M20 after a crash involving a car and a lorry.

The accident happened at around 11.30am on the London-bound carriageway between Junction 2 (Wrotham) and Junction 1 (Swanley).

Posting on X around midday, National Highways said: “Traffic is stopped on the M20 westbound between J2 (M26) and J1 (M25) due to a collision.

“Emergency services and traffic officers are on scene.

“Delays are building with two miles congestion in the area causing at least 30 min delays.”

A police spokesperson confirmed officers were called and two lanes of the carriageway were temporarily closed.

The driver of the car has been taken to a local hospital. His injuries are not described as serious.

All lanes reopened at around 12.30pm.

The ambulance service has been approached for more information.

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