QEII Bridge closed after "serious incident"

Police are on the scene of a serious incident at the QEII Bridge this morning.

National Highways has said this has had a knock on affect for commuters in Kent and Essex.

Essex Police were called around 9am to reports of concerns for the welfare of a man.

Emergency services remain at the scene, with the bridge currently closed while they deal with the incident.

National Highways say that traffic is building Southbound around the Dartford Crossing as the closure continues.

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