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A14 Reopens Between Kentford and Barrow After Late-Night Crash

Temporary barrier repairs allowed traffic to resume in both directions following a police closure.

Overview

  • Suffolk Police closed the A14 in both directions between junctions 39 (Kentford) and 40 (Barrow) at about 9:40pm Thursday after a single-vehicle collision.
  • National Highways reported that all lanes reopened just after 1am Friday once temporary repairs to the central reservation barrier were completed.
  • Specialist contractors and recovery agents handled clean-up and barrier work to make the stretch safe for reopening.
  • The vehicle involved was removed from the scene at around 11pm, clearing the way for repair crews.
  • Officials said residual delays had cleared, and the driver's condition has not yet been disclosed.