Huge M20 crash involving more than 30 vehicles leaves two people seriously injured

Two people have been left seriously injured after over 30 vehicles were involved in a crash on the M20 in Kent on Saturday evening.

Police were called to the scene at approximately 6.40pm on Saturday on the London-bound carriageway of the M20 between junction 9 at Ashford and junction 8 at Leeds Castle.

Kent Police stated that two people sustained serious injuries following the crash, with one taken to a London hospital and the other taken to a local hospital. Other drivers have also been hurt but their injuries are not thought to be serious.

Following the crash, the M20 is closed both ways between junction 8 and 9 and this is expected to remain the case overnight while the incident is dealt with, officers said.

Motorists have been urged to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.

National Highways also released a statement that read: “Kent emergency services are in attendance, including the air ambulance team who have arrived at scene via car.

“National Highways Traffic Officers are also in attendance assisting with traffic management.

“Thick fog has been confirmed at this location and road users are advised to take extra care whilst travelling.”

In a separate statement, the fire service spokesman added: “Kent Fire and Rescue was called at 6.43pm today to reports of a crash involving multiple vehicles on the M20 between junctions 9 near Ashford and 8 near Hollingbourne.

“Three fire engines attended, and crews helped make sure everyone was safely out of the vehicles.

“Multiple people were passed into the care of SECAmb paramedics.”

Anyone with information about the incident or who has dash cam footage is asked to contact Kent Police via its live chat function, or by calling 101, and quoting reference 07-1245.