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Traffic stopped on approach to Dartford crossing

A motorcyclist has been injured following a crash with a Range Rover Sport on the approach to the Dartford crossing.

The A282, which leads from the M25 towards the crossing, was blocked following the crash on the anti-clockwise carriageway between junctions 1B and 1A at 1.35pm.

The road 'fully blocked' heading towards the tunnel with one lane of the clockwise carriageway also closed. Picture: Highways England
The road 'fully blocked' heading towards the tunnel with one lane of the clockwise carriageway also closed. Picture: Highways England

One lane of the clockwise carriageway was also closed but all traffic has now been released.

Police have confirmed the motorcyclist has been taken to hospital.

Traffic gridlock near Dartford Crossing. Pic: Highways England
Traffic gridlock near Dartford Crossing. Pic: Highways England

It is not yet known how badly they are injured.

Firefighters were also called to the crash and helped to make the scene safe.

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