LONG delays were reported on the A12 after a three-vehicle crash.
The accident happened just after 1pm on the London-bound carriageway between Eight Ash Green and Spring Lane and involved two lorries and a van.
One lane was blocked with long tailbacks reported as far back as far as the Weston Homes Community Stadium.
The road was reopened shortly before 2pm.
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