Two in life-threatening condition after crash on B3151

It involved a motorcyclist and a pedestrian - who'd just got out of a tractor

Author: Oliver MorganPublished 30th May 2025

Two people are in a life-threatening condition in hospital after they were injured in a crash near Glastonbury.

It involved a motorcyclist and a pedestrian - who'd just got out of a tractor - and happened in Meare Road just before 10am yesterday morning (29 May).

Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage following the incident on the B3151.

Officers said: "The pedestrian got out of a stationary green and yellow John Deere tractor which was towing a trailer before being struck by a green Kawasaki ZX Ninja which was travelling towards Glastonbury.

"The pedestrian and motorcyclist have both suffered serious injuries and remain in a life-threatening condition this morning. Their next of kin have been informed.

"The road was closed while an investigation at the scene was carried out and the road reopened at around 8.20pm.

"We are particularly keen to hear from any witnesses or motorists who have dashcam footage showing the collision or the vehicles involved prior to the collision.

"If you can help, please call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5225149275, or complete our online appeals form."

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