A motorcyclist was rushed to a London hospital by air ambulance following an accident on the A28 Ashford Road at Bethersden last night.

The 22-year-old local man who was in collision with a car at 4.58pm.

His motorcycle ended up in a garden. The car’s occupants were not seriously hurt.

The road was re-opened at 9.33pm, following severe congestion.

Police are appealing for witnesses to the accident and can be contacted on 01303 289180.