The M2 westbound is currently shut between Junction 3 (Blue Bell Hill) and Junction 2 near Rochester following a police-led incident. Kent drivers are facing significant disruption as emergency services respond to the situation.
Kent Police and National Highways Traffic Officers are on-site managing the incident and working to ensure the safety of motorists while attempting to restore normal traffic flow as soon as possible.
A solid square diversion route has been put in place for drivers to follow: exit the M2 westbound at Junction 3, proceed south on the A229 towards Maidstone, continue on the A229 to the M20 Junction 6, then join the M20 westbound. Exit the M20 at Junction 4 and take the third exit at the roundabout onto the A228 northbound. Follow the A228 north to M2 Junction 2, where drivers can rejoin the M2 westbound.
Motorists are warned to expect delays and are advised to plan their journeys carefully, allowing extra time. Avoiding this stretch of the M2 until it reopens is recommended due to serious knock-on delays affecting surrounding routes.
The full details of the police incident have not yet been released, but the heavy emergency presence indicates a serious situation. Authorities have promised to provide further updates as the story develops.
Originally published by UKNIP.
