A crash on the M25 has brought traffic to a standstill in both directions. All lanes are stopped between junction 4 (Orpington) and junction 3 (Swanley), with queueing traffic reported on the motorway.
The incident was first reported at approximately 2:55pm. Emergency services are on the scene, and motorists are advised to expect significant delays in the area.
Incident details and location
The collision occurred on the M25 between J4 Orpington and J3 Swanley, affecting both carriageways. Traffic monitoring systems indicate that all lanes are currently closed, and queues are building rapidly as a result.
According to the report by Deb Gayen, the crash was first reported at around 2:55pm. No further details about the number of vehicles involved or any injuries have been released at this time.
Impact on motorists and advice
Drivers in the area are facing severe disruption, with queueing traffic reported in both directions. Those travelling through the Orpington and Swanley junctions should seek alternative routes where possible or allow extra time for their journeys.
The situation is ongoing, and updates are expected as more information becomes available. Motorists are urged to approach the area with caution and follow instructions from emergency services on site.
Anyone caught in the queues is encouraged to send pictures and updates to deb.gayen@newsquest.co.uk to help keep the community informed.
