A man has been taken to a major trauma centre following a crash on the A224 Sevenoaks Way in Orpington. The road was closed in both directions between Brooks Way and St Mary's Close, with queueing traffic reported in the area.
Road closure and diversions
The incident led to the full closure of the A224 Sevenoaks Way, affecting both carriageways. The closure stretched from Brooks Way to St Mary's Close, causing significant disruption for motorists in the Orpington area.
Bus route 51 was diverted as a result of the closure, with passengers advised to expect delays. The diversion affected local travel as emergency services responded to the scene.
Emergency response and casualty
Emergency crews attended the scene, and a man was subsequently transported to a major trauma centre for treatment. The severity of his injuries has not been disclosed.
The road closure remained in place as investigators worked to establish the circumstances of the crash. Motorists were urged to avoid the area and seek alternative routes while the emergency response continued.
Impact on local traffic
The closure caused heavy congestion in and around Orpington, with queueing traffic reported on approach roads. Local residents and commuters faced delays as the incident disrupted normal traffic flow.
The live feed covering the incident has concluded. Updates on the road reopening and any further information will be provided by the relevant authorities as they become available.
