Crash investigation underway after three deaths on A303
Police are appealing for information
Three people have died following a crash on the Ilminster Bypass.
The collision, between a Skoda Yeti and a van, occurred at about 3.30pm on Thursday (15 August). It happened on the A303, close to the village of Whitelackington.
Avon and Somerset Police say the Skoda was travelling westbound, with the van heading in the opposite direction.
Two men, aged in their 40s and 70s respectively, and a woman in her 60s, who were all in the Skoda, died at the scene, the force said.
Next of kin have been informed - they will be supported by a specially-trained family liaison officer.
Two occupants of the van were taken to hospital, with one of them understood to have sustained a serious injury.
Police are asking any witnesses or motorists with dashcam footage to come forward.
Anyone who can assist with enquiries is asked to call 101 or contact police online quoting reference number 5224215067.