15/05/2013

Pedestrian Killed On M25

The death of a pedestrian has closed a section of the M25 in Kent.

It has been reported the man was hit by a lorry at around 03:30 and was pronounced dead at the scene.

The BBC have reported that the motorway is closed clockwise between junctions three and four and is likely to remain shut until 12:00.

Motorists have been warned to expect delays during the morning rush hour while emergency services are at the scene.

(MH/CD)


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