The A258 Deal to Dover road has reopened after a five car smash.

Police were called to the scene at 3.23pm following reports of a collision at Oxney Bottom.

The road was temporarily closed with drivers diverted through St Margaret's and Martin Mill.

Buses were also forced to use a different route.

It reopened about 5.15pm after it is believed all five vehicles had been recovered.

Police have confirmed no injuries were reported.

A spokesman said: "Kent Police was called at 3.23pm to reports of a collision involving up to five vehicles on the A258 at Oxney Bottom.

"There are no reports of injuries.

"The vehicles are due to be recovered."