M20 closed near Maidstone due to multi vehicle collision

Kent Police officers are currently attending a collision on the M20 involving more than 30 vehicles.

The incident was reported to have happened at around 6.41pm on Saturday 7 November 2026 on the London-bound carriageway of the M20 between junction 9 and 8.

Officers are currently in attendance alongside other emergency services.

Two people are reported to have sustained serious injuries. One of those injured has been taken to a London hospital while the other patient has been taken to a local hospital.

Other drivers have sustained injuries not believed to be serious.

Road closures are in place on both the London-bound and coast-bound carriageways between junction 9 to 8 and these closures are likely to remain overnight while the incident is dealt with.

Motorists not involved in the incident should avoid the area and should seek alternative routes.

Anyone with information about the incident or who has dash cam footage can contact Kent Police via our live chat function quoting reference 07-1245.