The pictures, sent to Sussex World earlier today (August 25), show queuing cars and a large emergency response to the incident.
Reports on AA Route Planner suggest delays of at least five minutes and increasing, westbound between Arundel Road (Woodman Arms) and Poling Street, with further delays westbound from A280 (Angmering / Clapham junction) to A284 Lyminster Road.
A spokesperson for Sussex Police confirmed that a number of minor injuries were sustained during the incident.
1. In pictures: heavy traffic after crash on A27 between Worthing and Arundel
Delays have been reported in the area. Photo: Eddie Mitchell
2. In pictures: heavy traffic after crash on A27 between Worthing and Arundel
There's a large emergency services response on the ground. Photo: Eddie Mitchell
3. In pictures: heavy traffic after crash on A27 between Worthing and Arundel
Delays are reported in both directions. Photo: Eddie Mitchell