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All lanes stopped due to multi-vehicle crash on M3 - Live updates

National Highways said the crash has blocked the anticlockwise carriageway and left drivers facing delays of up to 20 minutes and two miles of congestion.

  • On Sunday, October 4, 2026, Emergency services closed The M25 anticlockwise between Junction 3 for the M20 and Junction 2 at Darenth following a collision involving two vehicles.
  • National Highways reported the incident involves multiple vehicles, including an overturned car, causing Traffic to ground to a standstill near the entry lane.
  • All Emergency services are on scene where there are 20 minute delays and two miles of congestion on the approach, per a spokesperson.
  • Tailbacks currently stretch from Junction 4 at Orpington to the Swanley Interchange, significantly disrupting Motorists traveling through the area.
  • Police have been contacted for further information, though authorities have not yet confirmed whether anyone suffered injuries in the incident.
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Chaos as motorway crash leaves drivers trapped in 50-minute tailbacks

National Highways has issued a four-word warning following the crash.

·London, United Kingdom
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Severe delays as emergency services SWARM major route due to incident

Drivers are facing severe delays after an overturned car brought traffic to a halt on the M25.

·Essex, United Kingdom
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Thurrock Gazette broke the news in Essex, United Kingdom on Friday, October 2, 2026.
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