The A20 westbound near the Port of Dover was closed in the early hours of Tuesday following a major police incident, causing chaos and delays for drivers heading towards London.
The busy route came to a standstill, leaving many commuters stuck and frustrated as officers carried out an urgent investigation.
Kent Police kept the crucial road closed for several hours, with National Highways advising motorists to expect serious delays and to allow extra time for their journeys.
This disruption affected a vital transport link between Dover and the capital during a busy travel period.
By 6:16am, National Highways confirmed that the A20 had reopened. A spokesperson stated, “The road has been reopened, with any delays in the area beginning to ease.”
Traffic quickly returned to normal after police cleared the scene. National Highways remains vigilant but does not anticipate further delays, signalling a return to smooth travel for Kent commuters.
Originally published by UKNIP.
