Major road in North Somerset closed after serious collision

The A370 is closed near Flax Bourton

Author: Grace O'Hare Published 6th Nov 2024
Last updated 6th Nov 2024

Avon and Somerset Police are currently at the scene of a serious crash near Flax Bourton (6 November).

The force have closed the A370 due to the serious injury collision.

They say the driver and passenger of a black BMW 5 series have both been taken to hospital and their next of kin have been made aware.

The driver has injuries currently described as life-threatening, while the passenger has gone to hospital as a precaution.

A marked police vehicle was immediately behind the car and the Independent Office for Police Conduct has been informed.

No other injuries have been reported.

A collision investigation is now underway and the road remains closed between the junctions for Stancombe Lane and Barrow Street.

The police are now appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.

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