Man who died in crash in Taunton named by police

It happened on the A38 in the early hours of Monday morning

Author: Henry WinterPublished 15th Jan 2025

The man who died following a collision in Taunton earlier this week has been named.

While formal identification has yet to take place, officers believe the deceased to be 68-year-old Barry Sellick.

Avon and Somerset Police say they have updated Barry’s family and their "thoughts remain with them during this difficult time". They are currently being offered support from a specialist family liaison officer.

Barry died following a collision on the A38 Wellington New Road just before 1am on Monday 13th January.

Officers arrested a man in his 60s in Cornwall on Monday afternoon on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving.

Following a number of enquiries, including reviewing CCTV and dashcam footage, the man was released without charge and without further action.

As no offences were identified, officers are now preparing a file on behalf of the coroner.

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