UPDATE: At least two people have been hospitalized following a dramatic three-car pile-up on an “ungritted” road in Ashford early this morning. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Sir Henry Brackenbury Road just before 6 AM, responding to multiple incidents reported by concerned eyewitnesses.
Witnesses described a chaotic scene with numerous ambulances, police cars, and fire service vehicles attending to the victims. The accidents are believed to have stemmed from icy conditions due to the absence of salt boxes and gritters on the road, raising urgent safety concerns.
A woman has been taken to the hospital with injuries sustained in the pile-up, while another individual—a dog walker—has also been hurt in an unrelated fall near the collision site. Authorities confirmed that both victims are receiving medical care.
A police spokesperson stated:
“Police were called by SECAmb to a collision involving three cars in Sir Henry Brackenbury Road, Ashford. Patrols, highways officers, and paramedics are at the scene where a woman was treated for injuries. Arrangements are underway to recover the vehicles.”
The situation remains fluid as emergency teams work to clear the roadway and assist those injured. Local residents and commuters are advised to avoid the area as traffic disruptions persist.
Listen to kmfm for the latest travel and traffic updates as this situation develops. With safety at the forefront, authorities are expected to review road maintenance protocols to prevent future incidents.
Stay tuned for more updates on this urgent situation as it unfolds.
