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M25 closed by jackknifed lorry near J1B for Queen Elizabeth II Bridge in Dartford

19:00, 06 June 2017

updated: 19:23, 06 June 2017

All lanes of the M25 have now reopened after a crash between a lorry and two tankers caused big delays by Dartford.

It happened on the clockwise-bound carriageway near J1B for the Dartford Crossing at around 6.50pm on Tuesday and all four lanes were blocked.

All lanes reopened just after 4am today.

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The damaged cabin of one of the lorries. Picture: Scott Jackson
The damaged cabin of one of the lorries. Picture: Scott Jackson

Fire crews used foam to extinguish a fire that started following the crash and are also assisting police and Highways England officials to make the scene safe.

The aftermath of the crash. Picture: Scott Jackson
The aftermath of the crash. Picture: Scott Jackson

A Kent Fire and Rescue Service spokesman said: "No-one was trapped, but one person was treated by paramedics for injuries received during the crash."

Motorists on the carriageway. Picture: Scott Jackson
Motorists on the carriageway. Picture: Scott Jackson

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