A man in his 30s has died following a crash involving one car on the M20 today.

The accident happened shortly before 11.30am on the coast-bound stretch between junction 2 for Wrotham and 4 for Leybourne.

The black Jaguar X-Type hit a nearside crash barrier and the driver, who was 32 and from Plumstead, died at the scene. His next of kin have been informed.

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The accident closed M20 coast-bound between junction 2 for Wrotham and 4 for Leybourne for close to six hours but all lanes reopened at around 5pm.

The M26 coast-bound was also closed but has reopened.

The fire and ambulance services attended and the air ambulance was also called but it was sent back mid-flight.

Video: Delays on the M20 following a crash

A police spokesman said: "We were called at 11.27am to reports of a serious collision on the coast-bound carriageway of the M20 near to the M26.

"Traffic is advised to avoid the area if possible due to potential delays."

Witnesses who have not yet spoken to police are asked to call the Serious Collision Investigation Unit appeal line on 01622 798538 quoting reference 31-485.

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