What happened on the A24 in West Sussex?

A car turned the wrong way onto the A24 dual carriageway near Copsale, colliding with another vehicle and causing significant damage.

Are there calls for improvements at the A24 junction?

Yes, residents like Esme King are calling for improved signage and safety measures at the junction, describing it as notoriously dangerous.

What is West Sussex County Council doing about the A24 junction safety?

The council has inspected the site, reviewed accident data, and is refreshing faded road markings, while also confirming improved visibility from recent vegetation clearance.

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Wrong-Way Driver Sparks Fear on A24 Junction

2 Feb

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Summary

A car turned the wrong way onto the A24, colliding with another vehicle.
The incident occurred at the A24 junction near Copsale in West Sussex.
Residents are calling for improved signage and safety measures at the junction.

Wrong-Way Driver Sparks Fear on A24 Junction

A harrowing near-miss occurred on the A24 dual carriageway in West Sussex after a driver turned the wrong way from a side road. The car collided with another vehicle carrying passengers, including Esme King, who described the event as "completely unexpected" and "horrific" for her family.

Despite no injuries, the collision caused significant damage to both vehicles. King has voiced concerns about the junction's safety, calling it "notoriously dangerous" and citing numerous prior incidents and near-misses. She is now advocating for enhanced signage and safety measures.

West Sussex County Council has confirmed a recent inspection of the junction. While signage was found to be clear, some road markings were identified as faded and scheduled for refreshing. The council also noted that visibility, previously impacted by vegetation, has now improved following recent grass cutting.