Dartford Crossing bridge closes due to pedestrian

The Queen Elizabeth 2 bridge on a sunny but cloudy day. The photo is taken from above, likely a drone. Cars can be seen on the bridge, and industrial buildings on the banks of the Thames.Image source, John Fairhall/BBC
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The Queen Elizabeth 2 bridge takes M25 traffic over the Thames from Essex into Kent

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Traffic was stopped on the M25 bridge at the Dartford Crossing because of a pedestrian.

At 17:30 GMT, National Highways said drivers were blocked from travelling southbound on the Queen Elizabeth 2 bridge.

A spokesperson said police were on their way to "remove the pedestrian", and a 60-minute delay was reported travelling in both directions.

About 30 minutes later, National Highways said traffic was moving again and the incident was "resolved".

The bridge links drivers travelling from Essex into Kent.

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