Investigation launched after 2 people killed in Somerset crash
It happened on Friday afternoon near Thornfalcon
Last updated 26th Mar 2023
An investigation is underway following a fatal collision in Somerset on Friday (24th March).
Emergency services were called shortly before 3.55pm to the A358 after two cards travelling in opposite directions collided near Thornfalcon.
It involved a black Vauxhall Corsa – which is believed to have travelled from Taunton – and a blue Renault Megane, which was heading in the opposite direction.
A man and a woman in the Corsa were sadly pronounced deceased at the scene.
Police say their next of kin have been informed.
The male driver of the Renault sustained serious injuries and is currently in hospital.
The road was shut for a number of hours but reopened overnight.
A spokesperson from Avon and Somerset Police said "Witnesses to the collision, or anyone who believes they may have seen the vehicles prior to the collision, are asked to contact us, as is any motorist who has potentially relevant dashcam footage. Please call 101 and quote reference number 5223069144."