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HUNDREDS of Drivers have been trapped in freezing conditions on the M2 following a horror collision.

A pedestrian and HGV were involved in the crash that sparked travel chaos along a stretch of motorway in Kent tonight.

A tragic collision involving a heavy goods vehicle (HGV) and a pedestrian shut down part of the motorway

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A tragic collision involving a heavy goods vehicle (HGV) and a pedestrian shut down part of the motorwayCredit: UKNIP
Hundreds of motorists were left stranded for hours overnight on the M2 in Kent

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Hundreds of motorists were left stranded for hours overnight on the M2 in KentCredit: UKNIP

The incident unfolded on the eastbound carriageway between Junction 5, Sittingbourne, and Junction 6, Faversham, at around 8pm.

Hundreds of drivers have been trapped in the closure area overnight as temperatures plunge below freezing.

The road closure is still in place as investigators continue to examine the scene.

A Kent Police spokesperson said: “Drivers are warned of significant delays on the M2 following a serious collision involving a pedestrian on the coastbound carriageway.

“The collision happened at around 8.10pm on Wednesday 20 November, between junction 5 near Stockbury and junction 6 for Faversham.

“Police and other emergency services are at the scene and the coastbound carriageway is expected to remain closed for several hours.

“Motorists are advised to plan alternative routes and are urged to check for travel updates on the Highways website.”

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