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M25 closed near Dartford Crossing after man spotted on bridge

08:18, 09 June 2020

updated: 08:28, 09 June 2020

The motorway was closed near the Dartford Crossing after a man was spotted on a bridge.

Police said traffic in both directions of the M25 near junction 1 was stopped due to concerns for his welfare.

Police were called to reports of concern for a man who was spotted on a bridge at the Dartford Crossing
Police were called to reports of concern for a man who was spotted on a bridge at the Dartford Crossing

They were called at around 6am to deal with the incident, which caused traffic disruption and delays.

Police spokesman Richard Spillett said: "The man has now been brought to safety and the motorway has reopened."

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