Massive 30-vehicle crash on M20 in Kent leaves two people with serious injuries

A major multi-vehicle pile-up involving more than 30 vehicles occurred on the London-bound carriageway of the M20 between junctions eight and nine, near Hollingbourne in Maidstone. The crash happened late on Saturday amid confirmed thick fog in the area. Emergency services including police, fire crews, paramedics, and an air ambulance responded to the scene to treat those involved. Eleven people received care from paramedics, with two individuals sustaining serious injuries and being transported to hospitals. Other motorists involved suffered injuries that were not believed to be serious. National Highways shut the road in both directions to handle recovery and clear-up operations, with closures expected to continue as authorities investigate the incident.