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Motorcyclist dies after crash on A282 near Dartford Crossing

10:38, 31 October 2024

updated: 13:24, 31 October 2024

A motorcyclist has died after a crash near a motorway.

The incident happened on the A282 near Dartford Crossing yesterday afternoon.

An air ambulance was spotted on the M25 near the Dartford Crossing. Picture: Matt Adair
An air ambulance was spotted on the M25 near the Dartford Crossing. Picture: Matt Adair

The accident, which prompted lane closures in both directions, happened on the clockwise carriageway.

Emergency services were called at 2.30pm to the collision which involved a single motorcycle.

Today, it has been confirmed a man in his 50s was pronounced dead at the scene.

His next of kin have been informed.

There had been severe delays on the M25 near Dartford Crossing. Picture: National Highways
There had been severe delays on the M25 near Dartford Crossing. Picture: National Highways

There were two hour delays on the M25 while emergency services dealt with the incident. The air ambulance was also called.

The road reopened shortly before midnight.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, or who has relevant dashcam footage, is urged to contact the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 01622 798538 or email sciu.td@kent.police.uk, quoting reference KH/DC/107/24.

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