Orpington Crash Brings Court Road to a Standstill

Court Road in Orpington ground to a halt for hours on January 7 after a nasty collision sparked chaos at rush hour.

Emergency Services Rush to Scene

The crash happened around 4.30pm, prompting an urgent response from emergency teams. Authorities quickly shut the road both ways between Lower Road and Old Priory Avenue to clear up the wreckage.

Buses Diverted, Traffic Backed Up

Bus routes 353 and R4 were forced to divert, leaving commuters stuck in rows of snarled traffic as crews worked to secure the scene.

Road Reopens After Lengthy Delay

By early evening, the crash site was cleared and Court Road reopened. Emergency services have yet to release any further details.

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