More than 30 vehicles were involved in a serious crash on the M20 in Kent on Saturday evening, leaving two people with serious injuries.
Kent Police were called to the scene at around 6.40pm on the London-bound carriageway between junction 9 at Ashford and junction 8 at Leeds Castle.
Injuries and hospital treatment
Two people sustained serious injuries, with one taken to a London hospital and the other taken to a local hospital. Other drivers were hurt, but their injuries are not thought to be serious.
The M20 is closed both ways between junction 8 and 9 and is expected to remain closed overnight while the incident is dealt with, officers said.
Appeal for information
Motorists have been urged to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.
Anyone with information about the incident or who has dash cam footage is asked to contact Kent Police via its live chat function, or by calling 101, and quoting reference 07-1245.
