Dashcam footage has captured a terrifying moment when a tractor pulling a trailer smashed through barriers on the A20 bridge at Wrotham before crashing down onto the M20 motorway beneath. The driver was left seriously injured in the dramatic incident.
The crash occurred at around 11.17am on Monday 18 August. Video shows the trailer becoming unbalanced as the tractor negotiated a roundabout. The vehicle then lost control, hurdling through roadside barriers on the A20 bridge.
Emergency services, including an air ambulance, rushed to the scene. The unnamed tractor driver was airlifted to hospital with serious injuries. Thankfully, no other vehicles were involved in the crash.
The M20 was shut in both directions for several hours while recovery crews cleared wreckage and safety inspections were carried out on the damaged bridge.
National Highways stated that thorough inspections were essential before reopening the motorway, causing significant delays across Kent.
Police have launched an appeal for witnesses. Officers are urging anyone who witnessed the crash or has dashcam footage of the tractor before the incident to come forward and assist with their enquiries.
Originally published by UKNIP.
